2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 331 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F430 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
