2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 804 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 980 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Tahoe | CCXR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |