2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 641 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
