2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 Dodge JOURNEY 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |