2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | S-Max | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
