2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 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 Dodge Intrepid (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Intrepid | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2911 mm |