2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 and 2006 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3, 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | 3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1185 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
