1997 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 868 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka, 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 995 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ka | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Ka | Agera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |