2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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2005 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Explorer | California |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 483 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |