2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf and 2005 Koenigsegg CCR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 742 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
Because 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Volkswagen | Koenigsegg |
Model | Golf | CCR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |