2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1047 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2012 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | F430 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |