2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
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 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Transit Connect | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
