2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Civic | CCX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
