1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Explorer | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
