2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera

To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 744 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 462 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.

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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
Make Chevrolet Koenigsegg
Model Trans Sport Agera
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3350 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 183 HP 927 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 1100 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2660 mm


 

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