2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 370 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F430 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
