2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 526 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Quantum | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Quantum | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
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 | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |