2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | F430 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |