2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 550 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Thunderbird | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
