2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 360 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |