2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Smart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
