2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram 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 315 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 543 kg more than 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
