2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
