2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2004 Ford Transit Connect and 2004 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Transit Connect | Terracan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |