2005 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
