2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 550 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
