2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 590 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Viper. (510 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Viper | Agera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
