2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 9 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Thunderbird | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
