2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 801 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | F430 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
