Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Volkswagen Jetta | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 104.4 in | 10.2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 182.2 in | -1.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 70.0 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 57.2 in | 22.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 2804 lb. | 621 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 38.2 in | 12.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.2 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 37.1 in | 13.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 53.6 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 0.0 in | 59.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.1 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 62.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 119.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |