2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 653 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
Because 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Spider | CCR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2659 mm |
