1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
