2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon. 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | GMC | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Yukon | Agera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
