2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 591 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 536 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCX.
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) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | CLK | CCX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
