2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 11 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Transit Connect | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |