2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1254 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 360 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |
