2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Prizm | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |