1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla 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 51 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 414 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
