2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 145 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1621 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 136 L |
