2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 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 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |