2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 216 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V 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 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |