2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
