2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 220 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Transit Connect | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
