2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Ferrari F430

To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.

Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2008 Ferrari F430
Make Honda Ferrari
Model Civic F430
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1802 cc 4309 cc
Horse Power 113 HP 490 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5250 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 110 L


 

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