2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |
