2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2004 Ford Transit Connect and 2004 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 810 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 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy 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 | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Transit Connect | Envoy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |