2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | 6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
