2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
