Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Nissan Versa | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 109 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 102.4 in | 18.2 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 175.4 in | 14.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 66.7 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 59.6 in | 12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 2422 lb. | 1557 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 10.8 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.8 in | 7.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 51.7 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 48.1 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.8 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 36.6 in | 8.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 51.9 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 46.2 in | 12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 0.0 in | 41.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | 47 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 14.9 | 44 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 89.3 ft3 |
2014 Ford Transit Connect Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Transit Connect's second-row bench is roomy and fairly comfortable for two people, but somewhat tight for three. The Sienna has another half-foot of shoulder room. Also, the seatback in the Ford's second row does not recline. If you do want captain's chairs, well, they're not an option. The situation worsens in the Ford's third row, which is less substantial and much lower to the floor than the third-row seats in the Honda or the Toyota. Unlike the Transit Connect's second row, its third-row seat does slide fore-aft (about six inches) and recline. Slide it all the way back, and legroom becomes almost generous. Still, it isn't a place many adults would want to spend much time. On top of this, it should be easier to open and close the Transit Connect's sliding doors and to get into its third row. The second row doesn't tip or slide forward like those in conventional minivans. Instead, it must be pushed to the floor in a fairly difficult two-step procedure. see full Ford Transit Connect review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
2015 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | I was expecting zero room in the back, but I sat in the backseat even with the drivers seat adjusted far back (I'm 5'11" but long legs and tend to adjust seats to the back end of their travel), I had reasonable legroom for a very compact car. The seat covering material was pleasant as well. see full Nissan Versa review |