2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Nissan | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Xterra | CCX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
