2010 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CCX | 166 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 400 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
