2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2001 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 2001 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volvo | Pagani |
| Model | C30 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2730 mm |
