2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Transit Connect | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |