2001 Toyota BB vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 569 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota BB | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | BB | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
