2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Nitro | F430 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |