2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Ferrari 612 and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 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 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 612 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 589 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |