1999 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus 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 130 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |