2004 Aston Martin DB9 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 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 420 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) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Koenigsegg |
Model | DB9 | Agera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |