2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2013 Nissan Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Transit Connect | Z |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |