2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari F550 and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F550 (570 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F550 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
