2003 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,010 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (542 HP) has 422 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1458 kg more than 2003 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Pagani | Land Rover |
| Model | Zonda | Defender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 120 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
