2010 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, both 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 159 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
