2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept would be higher. 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 465 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |