2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
