2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 4 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 550 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
