Foton Thunder
Foton Thunder
2.0L 4x2 MT
₱1.18 Million
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JAC T8
JAC T8
Luxury
₱1.188 Million
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Foton Thunder vs JAC T8 Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of Foton Thunder and JAC T8, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Foton Thunder priced at ₱1.18 Million, while JAC T8 is priced at ₱1.188 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Foton Thunder houses 1998 engine whereas JAC T8 engine displacement stands at 1999.

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Overview: Thunder vs JAC T8

Key Features

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1999 cc
Power 160 hp 137 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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  • Ultra powerful turbo diesel pickup from Foton

    I guess while designing this model Foton has specially emphasized on the power factor. This turbo diesel pickup is an ultimate outcome of that. Many...

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    Jonathan Mar 04, 2024 for Foton Thunder
  • Reaching out to other JAC passenger owners

    Very bad experience!!! bought this unit last year and up to now we havent received the ORCR. Says their LTO accreditation is already expired. Up to...

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    TS Jan 10, 2024 for JAC T8

From The Experts

Things we like

4x4 drivetrain works efficiently

Dual cab variant is very plush

Powerful engine with good performance

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Road presence

Spacious cabin

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Things we don't like

Slightly expensive than some competitors

 

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Inconsistent build quality

Long-term reliability not as good as Japanese rivals

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 75 L 76 L
Front Tread 1600 mm --
Rear Tread 1580 mm --
Gross Weight 2605 kg 2755 kg
Length 5340 mm 5325 mm
Width 1940 mm 1880 mm
Height 1870 mm 1830 mm
Wheel Base 3110 mm 3090 mm
Ground Clearance 220 mm 150 mm
Turning Radius 6 m 6.2 m
No Of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Kerb Weight -- 1855 kg
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Diesel Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.0L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System CRDi CRDi
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Emission Norm Compliance Euro 4 Euro 4

Performance

Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1999 cc
Power 160 hp 137 hp
Torque 390 Nm 320 Nm
RPM At Max Power 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1800 RPM 1600-2600 RPM
Top Speed -- 150 kmph
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt
Steering Type Power Hydraulic Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Drums Drums
Front Suspension Double Wishbone Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Leaf Springs Leaf Springs

Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type 4x2 4x2
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 265/60 R18 265/60 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 R18
Spare Tyre Size -- 265/60 R18
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes No
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Manual Manual
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Downhill Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Knee Airbags -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
360 Camera -- No
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Blind Spot monitor -- Yes
Lane Departure Warning System -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes No
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Memory Seats No No
Wireless Charger No No
Air Quality Control -- No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Drive Mode -- Normal, Eco, Power Normal, Eco, Power
Cruise Control -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- No
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Apple Carplay/Android Auto -- No
No Of Speakers -- 6 6
Smartphone Connectivity -- Smartphone Integration Smartphone Integration
Navigation System -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 6 Inch 6 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes No
Heated Seats - Front No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Leather Leather --
Fabric Upholstery -- No
Leather Seats -- Yes
Leather Steering Wheel -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type Halogen Halogen Xenon Xenon
Taillight Type Bulb Bulb LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Daytime Running Lights -- LED LED
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
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Interior

Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Foton Thunder vs JAC T8 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Foton Thunder vs JAC T8?

Thunder is priced at ₱1.18 Million and T8 is priced at ₱1.188 Million. Hence Thunder is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between Foton Thunder vs JAC T8?

The Foton Thunder has power of 160 hp with 390 Nm torque and JAC T8 has power of 137 hp with 320 Nm torque. Thus making Thunder the more powerful as compared to T8.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Thunder vs T8?

The Thunder comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , on the other hand the T8 comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , hence the Foton Thunder has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between Foton Thunder vs JAC T8?

Thunder safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Speed Sensing Door Locks

T8 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Blind Spot monitor

The JAC T8 has higher number of sefety features than Thunder, hence JAC T8 is more safer than Foton Thunder.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Thunder vs T8?

Thunder comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front and Power Windows Rear

T8 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Automatic Headlamps

The Foton Thunder has higher number of comfort features than T8, hence Foton Thunder is more comfortable than JAC T8.

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Which is bigger Thunder or T8?

The Thunder dimensions are 5340 mm length, 1940 mm width, 1870 mm height while the T8 dimensions are 5325 mm length, 1880 mm width, 1830 mm height. Hence the Thunder is more longer more wider and more higher.

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