2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari F430 2002 Subaru Forester
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model F430 Forester
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2530 mm