2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 550 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
