2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 315 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 61 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
