2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 680 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Transit Connect | V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
