2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 629 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.

Because 2011 Koenigsegg CCX 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
Make Honda Koenigsegg
Model Accord CCX
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2352 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 806 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 919 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 18 L/100km


 

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