2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP) has 393 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mercury | Pagani |
Model | Sable | Zonda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 594 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |