2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Wrangler | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
