2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2005 MG XPower
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 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG XPower 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 176 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 424 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | XPower |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |