2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 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 350 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
