2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Transit Connect | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
