2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 295 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 549 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
