2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
