2004 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 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 789 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 212 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 Citroen C5, 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 904 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
Model | C5 | Agera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |