2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 88 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |