2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | F430 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 465 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |