2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 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 463 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 704 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | MR2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |