2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Transit Connect | Orlando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |