2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 945 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | ML | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2175 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
