JD Power gave this 2002 Thunderbird a Power Circle Rating of 5 in Overall Performance and Design, Performance, and Style. Value, reliability, safety... This is the complete package. 252 horsepower, 267 foot-pounds of torque, 3.9L DOHC 32-valve all-alloy V8, 5-Speed A/T, and Rear Wheel Drive. Received a 5-star safety rating for Frontal Passenger and Side Driver impact. Why look any further Tinted windows are perfect for sunny days. This vehicle includes: anti-theft system, dual exhaust ends and airbags.