2006 Pagani Zonda vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pagani Zonda would be higher. 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 287 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pagani Zonda | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Pagani | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zonda | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
