2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 683 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 106 L |
