2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
| Model | Grandis | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
