2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 352 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 245 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F430 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
