2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
