2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2004 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 424 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2004 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 2004 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2004 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercury | Pagani |
| Model | Cougar | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
