2005 Mazda Marathon 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 Mazda Marathon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 443 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 287 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | Marathon | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 7300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
