2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird

To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.

Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestar 2004 Ford Thunderbird
Make Ford Ford
Model Freestar Thunderbird
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3900 cc 3933 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 388 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.9 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1712 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 68 L