2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8, 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Citroen | Pagani |
Model | C8 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |