2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 200 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Lotus | Pagani |
Model | Elise | Zonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |