2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 823 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |