2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |