2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
