2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 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 225 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F430 | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 78 L |