2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F430 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
