2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1144 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.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |