2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari F430 and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 275 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |
