2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 332 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Rossa | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 68 L |
