2011 Koenigsegg Agera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 (1,100 HP) has 698 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Agera | CLS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1100 HP | 402 HP |
| Fuel Type | Biofuel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |
