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 311 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 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 29 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 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 | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
