2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F430 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
