2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti, 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F430 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
