2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 342 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |