2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte 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 52 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte 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 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Transit Connect | Forte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |