2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 12 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 374 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |
