2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Transit Connect | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |