2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Transit Connect | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
