2011 Koenigsegg Agera vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva 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 (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 809 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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, 2012 Opel Meriva, 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 925 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Koenigsegg Agera | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Koenigsegg | Opel |
Model | Agera | Meriva |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 927 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1100 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |