2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 187 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.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Explorer | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
