2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 411 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Grandis | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |