2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
