2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |