2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1997 Rover 600
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 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Rover 600.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1997 Rover 600 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Transit Connect | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |