2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Rover Streetwise 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 505 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
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 Rover Streetwise, 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
