2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 503 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (102 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Shelby GR-1 Concept Vaneo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6392 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 54 L


 

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