2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 484 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Transit Connect | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Transit Connect | Corolla |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2470 mm |