2004 Ford Thunderbird
Driving a Ford Thunderbird on a summer night takes you back to a simpler era. The V8 engine burbles as you cruise comfortably back in time. With two seats, a convertible top, and rear-wheel drive, it sometime feels like driving a vintage car, only it's brand new. Ford introduced Thunderbird as a 2002 model, but has revised it each year since. Electronic throttle control and variable cam timing improved performance, power, and fuel economy for 2003. Thunderbird's 3.9-liter V8 now produces 280 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque, giving it stronger acceleration than the 2002 model. Traction control is standard on all models, and the instrument pod was redesigned. A Select-Shift automatic transmission was added that allows semi-manual shifting. Heated seats were added to keep driver and passenger toasty-warm, even with the top down in chilly weather.
For 2004, Ford has restyled the seats, and added three new wheel designs, new appearance packages, and new interior appointments.
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Ford introduced Thunderbird as a 2002 model, but has revised it each year since. Electronic throttle control and variable cam timing improved performance, power, and fuel economy for 2003. Thunderbird's 3.9-liter V8 now produces 280 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque, giving it stronger acceleration than the 2002 model. Traction control is standard on all models, and the instrument pod was redesigned. A Select-Shift automatic transmission was added that allows semi-manual shifting. Heated seats were added to keep driver and passenger toasty-warm, even with the top down in chilly weather.
For 2004, Ford has restyled the seats, and added three new wheel designs, new appearance packages, and new interior appointments.
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| Engine | 3.9L V-8 |
| MPG | Up to 17 city / 24 highway |
| Seating | 2 Passengers |
| Transmission | 5-spd auto w/OD |
| Power | 280 @ 6000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | rear-wheel |
| Curb Weight | 3,775 - 3,781 lbs |
