2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | F430 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6599 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |