2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant 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 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 232 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F430 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
