2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 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 188 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 620 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, 2009 Citroen C6, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2001 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | C6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
