2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 362 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F430 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
