2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. Both 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2013 Ford Transit Connect are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Tiguan | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
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 | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |