2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Explorer | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1938 mm |