2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Airflite | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
