1998 Buick Signia vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 826 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Buick | Koenigsegg |
Model | Signia | CCXR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |