2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 360 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
