2011 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 620 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Aston Martin |
| Model | CCXR | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1064 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1060 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 400 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
