2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 376 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
