2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Lexus SC

To start off, both 2004 Ford Thunderbird and 2004 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Thunderbird 2004 Lexus SC
Make Ford Lexus
Model Thunderbird SC
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3933 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 290 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1712 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2700 mm


 

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