2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Ford Thunderbird and 2004 Volvo S60 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
