2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2005 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
