2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Ford Freestar

To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 596 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.

Because 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 2003 Ford Freestar
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 360 Freestar
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 3801 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3070 mm


 

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