2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
