2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,409 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 268 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 715 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |