2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Avalon, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
