2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (184 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
