2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 188 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO 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 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Transit Connect | RIO |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |