Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 108.5 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 197.6 in | -16.9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 73.0 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 56.1 in | 23.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3343 lb. | 82 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 40.0 in | 11.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.3 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 54.5 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 42.2 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 38.1 in | 12.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 56.6 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 55.7 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.9 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 61.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 118.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
2006 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We chose this wagon initially because it was the only sedan we could find that fit 2 carseats and an adult, or 3 carseats comfortably in the rear seat. Also, the two additional seats in the cargo area are nice if there are more kids along. see full Ford Taurus review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long drives, lots of little "smart" features. see full Ford Taurus review |