2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 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 111 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Thunderbird | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
