2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari 360 and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 360 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 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |