2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
