2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 232 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transit Connect | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
