2010 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 493 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
