2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus ES weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2003 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Transit Connect | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
