2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 358 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
