2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Because 2000 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
