2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 522 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Thunderbird | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
