1999 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2911 mm |