2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F550 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
