2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Ford Thunderbird and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thunderbird | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
