2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |