2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 779 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2011 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 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | Spider | Agera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |