2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
