2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 248 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 150 L |
