2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 847 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Explorer | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2730 mm |
