2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 371 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 294 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 56 L |
