2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
