2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. 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 305 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
