2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 564 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2010 Nissan Xterra 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. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 360 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |