2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 967 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 612 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |