1996 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 444 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, both vehicles can yield 173 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
