2012 Koenigsegg Agera vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 (1,100 HP) has 805 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 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. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2012 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Porsche |
| Model | Agera | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1100 HP | 295 HP |
| Fuel Type | Biofuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
