2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Honda | Pagani |
Model | Civic | Zonda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1230 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |