2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 GMC Sierra 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) has 320 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
