Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet HHR | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 103.5 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 176.2 in | -2.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 63.1 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3155 lb. | 513 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 39.6 in | 7.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.5 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 50.1 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.0 in | 6.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.7 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 50.6 in | 7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 23 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | 19.3 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.
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |