2009 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 719 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2006 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 2006 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Insight | CCX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
