2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 40 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
