2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera 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 372 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Nissan Primera, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ferrari F430 2002 Nissan Primera
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model F430 Primera
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4309 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 490 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 62 L