2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus 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 337 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 27 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, 2002 Ford Taurus, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
