2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, both vehicles can yield 388 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
