2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Fiesta | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
