2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Thunderbird and 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 115 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra, 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 (388 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Thunderbird | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |