2009 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Lexus |
| Model | CCX | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 400 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
