2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan 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 1,795 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 2008 Renault Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Transit Connect | Logan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1596 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 | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |