2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. 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 259 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
