2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
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 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano 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 260 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |