2005 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR

To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 874 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Safari 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
Make GMC Koenigsegg
Model Safari CCXR
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Van Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4294 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 1064 HP
Torque 339 Nm 1060 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.7 L/100km 18 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 22 L/100km


 

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