2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2005 Ford Taurus and 2005 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,010 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (542 HP) has 341 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 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 2005 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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. 2005 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2005 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Taurus | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Taurus | Zonda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 542 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |