2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 575M Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 575M Maranello | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |