2005 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 285 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 778 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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex. 2012 Ford Flex 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. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Pagani | Ford |
| Model | Zonda | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2995 mm |
