2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 578 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |