2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 300 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |