2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II

To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 496 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.

Because 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 2005 Kia Shuma II
Make Ford Kia
Model Shelby GR-1 Concept Shuma II
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
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 109 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 50 L