2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
