2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic 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 867 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 864 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Civic | CCXR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |