2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 3 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | UTE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
