2003 Mazda Kusabi vs. 2010 Ferrari California

To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi, 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Mazda Kusabi 2010 Ferrari California
Make Mazda Ferrari
Model Kusabi California
Year Released 2003 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1559 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 460 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4562 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1308 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 78 L


 

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