2002 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Ka | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
