2007 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP) has 589 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Volvo |
| Model | CCX | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
