2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 263 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Grandeur | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |