2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 948 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 9 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 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero 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 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Transit Connect | Aero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |