2009 Honda Element vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2010 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 2010 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2010 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Honda | Pagani |
Model | Element | Zonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |