2005 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 787 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 550 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Lexus | Koenigsegg |
| Model | LS | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
