2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari 456M 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 456M Highlander
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 436 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 73 L


 

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