2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |