2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Hyundai H100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | H100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
