2012 Ford Shelby GT500 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Because 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 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 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Shelby GT500 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2220 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |