2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pagani |
| Model | Montero | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
