2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari Maranello and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
