2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |