2005 Koenigsegg CCR 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 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. Both 2005 Koenigsegg CCR and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR are equipped with a 4,719 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Koenigsegg CCR | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Koenigsegg | Koenigsegg |
Model | CCR | CCXR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 816 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 920 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 394 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.2 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2660 mm |