2001 Honda Life vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Life | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |