2010 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 2012 Kia Optima

To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 898 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 303 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, 2012 Kia Optima, 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 851 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2012 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 2012 Kia Optima
Make Koenigsegg Kia
Model CCXR Optima
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4719 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 1064 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 1060 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1583 kg
Vehicle Length 4293 mm 4844 mm
Vehicle Width 1996 mm 1831 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2797 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 18 L/100km 5.9 L/100km