2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Optra 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) has 819 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Optra, 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 950 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Optra | Agera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 927 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1261 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |