2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 303 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | F430 | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |