2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 Ferrari F430 and 2006 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 22 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
