2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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 331 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 550 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
