2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 669 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 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) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Corvette | CCXR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 22 L/100km |