2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2009 Koenigsegg CCX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (605 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1650 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX. (919 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
Model | SL | CCX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 806 HP |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 919 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |