2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 128 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1155 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 Nissan Frontier, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Nissan | Pagani |
| Model | Frontier | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 2405 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
