2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 801 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
Model | CTS | CCXR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |