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2015 Ford Transit Connect and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 112.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Length | 189.7 in | 191.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 70.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 72.0 in | 57.1 in | 14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3450 lb. | 529 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.4 in | 7.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 55.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 37.2 in | 7.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 53.9 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.1 in | 6.4 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) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 15.1 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 89.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Ford Transit Connect
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Ford Transit Connect
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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