2010 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 916 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 262 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 CCXR. 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CCXR | 166 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 1064 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1060 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 400 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.9 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1280 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
