2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Transit Connect | Platina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
