2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Transit Connect | NP300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |