2007 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera

To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra 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 730 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 95 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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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 838 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Astra 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
Make Opel Koenigsegg
Model Astra Agera
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 927 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 1100 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2660 mm


 

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