2000 Nissan Maxima vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2000 Nissan Maxima and 2000 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Maxima | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Nissan | Pagani |
Model | Maxima | Zonda |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |