2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana 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 215 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1687 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |