2011 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, both 2011 Opel Astra and 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 867 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2011 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Astra | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Astra | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
