2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 134 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |