2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon 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 275 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2001 Toyota Avalon, 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 2001 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Rossa | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
