2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Express | CCX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
