2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Transit Connect and 2013 Ford Focus are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
