2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1390 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
