Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Jeep Wrangler | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 178 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 202 hp@5000 237 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 116.0 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 184.4 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.9 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 72.3 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4220 lb. | -241 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 41.3 in | 5.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 55.8 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.6 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 40.3 in | 4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 56.8 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 56.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 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) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -26.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 46.4 | 12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Transit Connect.
2011 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review |