2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |