Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 109.5 in | 11.1 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 186.6 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 67.7 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4254 lb. | -275 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.7 in | 7.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 59.1 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 57.6 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.3 in | 5.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 60.6 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.5 in | 2.1 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) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 34.5 | 24.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | 36.8 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.
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |