2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
