2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 214 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Transit Connect | i40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |