2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | C3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
