2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1340 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
