2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 370 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Subaru | Pagani |
| Model | Forester | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
