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Ford Thunderbird

General information

ModelFord Thunderbird
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3934 ccm (240.05 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3934 ccm (240.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power252.00 PS (185 kW or 249 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque388.00 Nm (39.6 kgf-m or 286.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1444 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4970 litres (1,313 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 287 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1745 kg (3,847.1 pounds)
Overall length4740 mm (186.6 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity59.0 litres (15.59 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval20,000 km
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