1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 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 768 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 996 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | 996 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |