2008 Ford GT vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Ford GT and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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.
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2008 Ford GT | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |