2010 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Chevrolet |
| Model | CCX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
