2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 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 F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F430 | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |