2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |