2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 91 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |