2010 Volvo S40 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40. 2010 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2000 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S40 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volvo | Pagani |
| Model | S40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2730 mm |
