2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 296 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F430 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |