2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 259 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
