2011 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 812 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.

Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 731 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Koenigsegg Volkswagen
Model CCXR Golf
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4719 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 1064 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 1060 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 4293 mm 4212 mm
Vehicle Width 1996 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 18 L/100km 7.5 L/100km


 

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