2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2003 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
