2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Pagani Zonda. (547 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | S-Type | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2055 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
