2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2004 Lincoln Aviator
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 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Aviator 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) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2004 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
