2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 905 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
Model | CL | CCXR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 22 L/100km |