2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus ES weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Lexus ES (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus ES 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 | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Transit Connect | ES |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
