Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 113.3 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 189.1 in | -8.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 78.6 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 68.9 in | 10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3999 lb. | -574 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 39.6 in | 11.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 63.0 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 57.2 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.6 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.9 in | 10.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 64.7 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 67.8 in | -8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.5 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.9 in | -61.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.8 in | -33.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 62.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 78.1 | 45.6 ft3 | 32.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 146.7 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats in the front are comfortable. My husband has an SUV and I enjoy riding in my car more then in his car. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seating for seven allows us to travel with family members in one vehicle instead of taking two. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |