2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Thunderbird | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
