2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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) has 303 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |