2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 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 281 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |
