2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 219 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pagani |
| Model | Genesis | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
