2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2001 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 2001 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | C5 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
