2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
