1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 683 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Scorpio | CCX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
