2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Hilux | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
