2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 335 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2066 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
