2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F430 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
