2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage 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 361 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 577 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |