2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 360 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
