2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 630 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | CLS | Agera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
