2003 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2004 Ferrari 360 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 360 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Accord | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
