2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ferrari 612 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 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 612 2005 Ford Focus
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 612 Focus
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5747 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 532 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 55 L


 

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