2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Nissan | Pagani |
| Model | Altima | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
