2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |