2004 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan 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:
2004 Ford Econovan | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2911 mm |