2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 842 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | GMC | Koenigsegg |
Model | Canyon | Agera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |