2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2001 Ford Thunderbird and 2001 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 2001 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Partner. 2001 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | Partner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
