2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Transit Connect | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
