2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-150 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |