Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 178 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5600 216 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 3,076 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 5,192 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,831 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 2,028 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 95 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,554 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 988 mm | -33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 1,234 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 919 mm | -30 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,921 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 762 L | -201 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 2,098 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 3,865 L | -1 L |
2014 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 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
2006 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room, good headroom and legroom see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of adjustment possibilities, and it fits me well - comfortable for long drives see full Chevrolet Uplander review |