2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | F430 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
