2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV 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 16 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2001 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MPV 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:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | MPV | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2911 mm |
