2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 2002 Ferrari Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Rossa | Solara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
