2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 659 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
Model | E | Agera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |