Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Nissan Versa | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 102.4 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 169.1 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 66.7 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 60.4 in | 12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 2751 lb. | 917 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.6 in | 6.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.5 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 48.8 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 38.3 in | 6.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 50.7 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 47.2 in | 11.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.0 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 29 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | 26.6 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.
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |