2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2005 Ferrari F430 and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.

Because 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari F430 2005 GMC Yukon
Make Ferrari GMC
Model F430 Yukon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 4818 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2260 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 98 L


 

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