2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 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 324 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | F430 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
