2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 179 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Maranello | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
