2006 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Multivan | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
