2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Transit Connect | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |