1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Hyundai H100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100. 1996 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai H100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | H100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
