1996 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 694 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Civic | CCX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |