2003 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 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 493 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 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 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | A6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2785 mm |
