2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt 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 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | F430 | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 12 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 | 1458 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |