2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2005 Ford Thunderbird and 2005 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
