2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1999 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 1999 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Kia | Pagani |
Model | Sorento | Zonda |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |