2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 93 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |