2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 406 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 274 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |