2009 Pagani Zonda vs. 2011 Ford C-Max

To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.

Because 2009 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Pagani Zonda 2011 Ford C-Max
Make Pagani Ford
Model Zonda C-Max
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7300 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 547 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2055 mm 1828 mm
Vehicle Height 1141 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2788 mm


 

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