2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | F430 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
