2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
