2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. 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 533 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 854 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
