2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | XKR | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
