2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | Pathfinder | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
