1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 896 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2011 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Cougar | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
