2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1073 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
