2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Peugeot 807

To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Peugeot 807 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 453 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. 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 Peugeot 807, 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) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 2005 Peugeot 807
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Shelby GR-1 Concept 807
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6392 cc 2229 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 605 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 203 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 1088 kg
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 80 L


 

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