2009 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 849 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | BMW |
| Model | CCXR | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1064 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 1060 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
