2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 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 | 58 L |