2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 178 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 800 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F430 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
