2010 Pagani Zonda vs. 2009 Kia Forte

To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Forte would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Pagani Zonda 2009 Kia Forte
Make Pagani Kia
Model Zonda Forte
Year Released 2010 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7300 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 594 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 4529 mm
Vehicle Width 2055 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1141 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2649 mm


 

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