Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 101 kW@6300 174 Nm@4750 |
3.3L V6 OHV-2v 134 kW@5000 285 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,911 mm | 2,878 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,803 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,996 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 2,014 mm | 1,750 mm | 1 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,554 kg | 1,814 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 76 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,290 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,283 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,519 mm | 1,722 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 927 mm | 51 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 963 mm | -963 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,572 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,245 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 859 mm | -859 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,817 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2,212 L | 433 L | -431 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 78.1 | 1,291 L | 77.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,831 L | 4,154 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
2007 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats in the front are comfortable. My husband has an SUV and I enjoy riding in my car more then in his car. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2007 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |