2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |
