Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 113.0 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 191.8 in | -11.1 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.7 in | -4 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 72.5 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 4417 lb. | -992 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 40.2 in | 10.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 56.0 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 42.9 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.6 in | 10.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 58.5 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 58.2 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.0 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | 55.2 ft3 |
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.
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Excellent Front Seats see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I am tall (6'6") and fit in the front seats and am able to drive it. That is rare and good. Comfort is high for a GM product. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The best front seats for cruising and around town comfort. Love the individual memory settings and adjustment range of the power controls. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Far too cramped getting in and out of the rear seating. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |