2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (198 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |