2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 330 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Accord | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 539 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |