2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Ford Thunderbird and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 (369 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Thunderbird | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |