2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 439 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, 2003 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |