2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 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 299 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2008 Ford Shelby 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 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 807 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |