2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Koenigsegg CCX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 647 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 731 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Mazda | Koenigsegg |
Model | MX-5 Miata | CCX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |