2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
