2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | F430 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
