2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | C6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
