2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 832 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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 844 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mazda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | RX-8 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
