Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 103.9 in | 10.7 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 177.7 in | 3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 69.7 in | 1 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 57.2 in | 22.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3326 lb. | 99 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 38.9 in | 12.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.2 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 53.7 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.6 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 38.1 in | 12.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 54.1 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 50.7 in | 9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 34.4 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | 50.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |