2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | Panda | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
