2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
