2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 302 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2008 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2008 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Explorer | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
