2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest 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 250 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |