2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 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 401 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF 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. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 69 L |
