2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 606 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | E | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
