2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |