2003 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 726 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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 Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS. 2003 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus IS | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Lexus | Koenigsegg |
Model | IS | Agera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |