2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 379 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari F430 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 F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, 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 F430 (474 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F430 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 45 L |
