2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Ford Thunderbird and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (369 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
