2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 230 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 550 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
