2006 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Lexus | Pagani |
Model | IS | Zonda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |