2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Boxster | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
