2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max.
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2006 Ford S-Max | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | S-Max | 599 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |