Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 110.5 in | 10.1 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 200.4 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 58.7 in | 13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3674 lb. | 305 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.4 in | 7.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.7 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 56.4 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 37.8 in | 7.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.6 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 57.2 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 0.0 in | 41.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | 47 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 18.6 | 40.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 85.6 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.
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |