2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 987 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Transit Connect | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |