2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 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 369 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
