2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 158 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Transit Connect | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |