Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | |||
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,911 mm | 2,858 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,842 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 2,014 mm | 1,684 mm | 1 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,554 kg | 1,706 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 71 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,290 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,283 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,519 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 1,013 mm | 977 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2,212 L | 892 L | -890 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,831 L | 1,804 L | 2 L |
2013 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |