2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 9 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M 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 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Transit Connect | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |