2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2002 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2002 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Tahoe | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
