2009 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 330 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pagani | Volkswagen |
Model | Zonda | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 740 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 708 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4886 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2785 mm | 2651 mm |