2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 36 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue 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 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Transit Connect | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |