2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 73 L |
