2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari F430 and 2005 Mazda 6 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 325 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 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 F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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 F430 (465 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F430 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |