2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 230 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 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 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F430 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |