2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 120 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Transit Connect | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
