2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1451 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 167 L |
