2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 5,408 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 382 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 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 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
