1995 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 434 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Almera | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2911 mm |
