2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2001 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volvo | Pagani |
| Model | XC90 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
