2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera

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 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 400 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.

Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Transit Connect Frontera
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1752 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm


 

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