2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 240 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |