2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 265 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
