2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |