2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 232 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Thunderbird | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
