1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
