2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 148 L |
