2008 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon. 2001 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Ford |
| Model | CCX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
