2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 866 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | 159 | CCXR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 22 L/100km |