2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ferrari 360 2000 Subaru Forester
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 360 Forester
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 176 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2530 mm


 

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