2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
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 Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara 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 328 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |