2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |