2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.

Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 550 (570 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari 550 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 550 Titan
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 485 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 522 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 2290 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 140 L


 

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