Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 OHV-2v 180 hp@5000 210 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 119.3 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 200.6 in | -10.9 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.6 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 68.9 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4146 lb. | -167 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.6 in | 7.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 62.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 57.2 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.1 in | 6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 64.8 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 67.5 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 38.5 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 62.1 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 49.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 38.9 in | -3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 20.0 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 167.9 ft3 | -63.7 ft3 |
2015 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 2015 Ford Transit Connect.
2007 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
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 |
2007 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |