2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 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 373 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Rio, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F430 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
