2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Jetta | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
