2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 698 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Mazda | Koenigsegg |
Model | MX-5 Miata | CCX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 3.2 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 | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |