2008 Pagani Zonda vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pagani Zonda | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Pagani | Citroen |
| Model | Zonda | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
