2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express and 2005 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |