2005 Ford Thunderbird Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2005 Ford Thunderbird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Rear Wheel
Production Years for Series : 2002 - 2005
Price : $37,000
Weight : 3780 lbs | 1714.579 kg
V 8
Displacement : 3900 cc | 238.0 cu in. | 3.9 L.
Power : 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 6000 RPM
Torque :286 Ft-Lbs (388 NM) @ 4000 RPM
Bore : 3.4 in | 86 mm.
Stroke : 3.4 in | 85 mm.
Compression : 10.75:1
Valvetrain : 32 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Construction : Aluminum block and head
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission:
5 Automatic

Convertible

Cargo Volume : 9 cu. ft.
Interior Volume : 52.6 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity : 18.0 Gal
Seating Capacity : 2
Doors : 2
Exterior
Length : 186.3 in | 4732 mm.
Width : 72.0 in | 1829 mm.
Height : 52.7 in | 1339 mm.
Wheelbase : 107.2 in | 2723 mm.
Front Track : 60.5 in | 1537 mm.
Rear Track : 60.2 in | 1529 mm.

Suspension
Front : Independent SLA type with long spindle and coil-over shock absorbers attached to lower control arm, stabilizer bar

Rear : Independent SLA type with anti-lift, coil-over shock absorber design, stabilizer bar

Steering
Rack and Pinion with Variable Power Assist

Brakes
Front Brake Size : 11.8 in | 300 mm.
Rear Brake Size : 11.3 in | 287 mm.

Tires / Wheels
Tires : P235/50R17
Wheels : 16-spoke 17-in painted

NHTSA Crash-Test Results
2005 Ford Thunderbird 2-DR Convertible w/SAB
Frontal driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Frontal passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side rear passenger : Not Tested
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Manufacturer

FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Mfr Report Date20050223
NHTSA Campaign ID05V113000
SummaryON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK MAY HAVE A LOCALIZED THIN WALL SECTION IN THE LOWER HALF OF THE TANK. THE FUEL TANK MAY CRACK CREATING A POTENTIAL FOR A FUEL LEAK AND FUEL ODOR. THE 'SERVICE ENGINE SOON' INDICATOR MAY ILLUMINATE.
ConsequenceA FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
RemedyDEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673, LINCOLN AT 1-800-521-4140.
NotesFORD RECALL NO. 05S29.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
2005 Averages
Avg. Household Income : $46,326
Avg. Home : $297,000
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $2.24
Total Car Production : 11,946,653

For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2005 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird has a wheelbase size of 107.20 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2005 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird has a length of 186.30 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2005 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird has a width of 72.00 inches.

Q: How much did the 2005 Ford Thunderbird cost when new?A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird had a base price of approximately $37,000 (USD).

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2005 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird was a Convertible.

Q: What tires did the 2005 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird had P235/50R17 tires.

Q: What type of wheels did the 2005 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird had 16-spoke 17-in painted wheels.

Q: What engine did the 2005 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The engine powering the 2005 Ford Thunderbird was a V 8 (3900 cc | 238.0 cu in. | 3.9 L.) with 280 BHP (206.08 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 286 Ft-Lbs (388 NM) @ 4000 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2005 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 2005 Ford Thunderbird had a 5 speed Automatic gearbox.

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