2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Astro | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2785 mm |
