2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger 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 407 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 186 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 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1302 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |