2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |