2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | LR3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |