1996 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 648 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | CRX | CCX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |