2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 925 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Transit Connect | F-450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4379 mm |