2003 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 698 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2011 Koenigsegg CCX 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 CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, 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 CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Focus | CCX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
