2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thunderbird | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |