2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Thunderbird | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |