2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
