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Ford Thunderbird
2001 – 2005
United States
The Ford Thunderbird was in production from 2001 to 2005. All 2 variants use petrol engines, from 256 to 283 hp. All versions have an automatic gearbox. Against its predecessor (1989 – 1997), peak power rose from 234 to 283 hp, and minimum weight went up by 95 kg.
Body styleNot specified
Production2001 – 2005
Variants2
FuelPetrol
Key specifications (range)
Power256 – 283 hp
0–100 km/h6.8 – 7.0 s
Top speed209 – 220 km/h
Fuel economy—
Rear Wheel Drive
Similar cars
| Variant | Fuel | Power | 0–100 | Top | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 5AT V6 (256 HP) 4.0 L · 8 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 256 hp | 7.0 s | 209 | 5-speed automatic |
| 4.0L V8 5AT (284 HP) 4.0 L · 8 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 283 hp | 6.8 s | 220 | 5-speed automatic |
Engine
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 3950 cm3 (241 ci)
- Power
- 188 KW @ 6100 RPM256 HP @ 6100 RPM252 BHP @ 6100 RPM
- Torque
- 266 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM361 Nm @ 4300 RPM
- Fuel System
- Electronic Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 130 mph (209 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 7 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 215/60 R16
Dimensions
- Length
- 186.3 in (4732 mm)
- Width
- 72 in (1829 mm)
- Height
- 52.1 in (1323 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 60.5/60.2 in (1,537/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.2 in (2723 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.5 in (140 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 6.7 cuFT (190 L)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3746 lbs (1699 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km)
Engine
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 3950 cm3 (241 ci)
- Power
- 208.1 KW @ 6000 RPM283 HP @ 6000 RPM279 BHP @ 6000 RPM
- Torque
- 286 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM388 Nm @ 4000 RPM
- Fuel System
- Electronic Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 137 mph (220 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 6.8 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 235/50 VR 17
Dimensions
- Length
- 186.3 in (4732 mm)
- Width
- 72 in (1829 mm)
- Height
- 52.1 in (1323 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 60.5/60.2 in (1,537/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.2 in (2723 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.5 in (140 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 6.7 cuFT (190 L)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3774 lbs (1712 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km)
Length4,732 mm
Width1,829 mm
Height1,323 mm
Wheelbase2,723 mm
Curb weight1,699 – 1,712 kg
Torque361 – 388 Nm
Ranges across all 2 variants of this generation.
