1998 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 1999 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pagani |
| Model | Sharan | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
