2005 Ford GT vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Ford GT and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford GT 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 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |