2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2003 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 2003 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Honda | Pagani |
| Model | Civic | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 7300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
