2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
