Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 108.5 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 178.3 in | 2.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.4 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 66.9 in | 12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 4034 lb. | -609 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 39.8 in | 11.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.2 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 53.2 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.8 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.7 in | 10.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.4 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 52.5 in | 7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.1 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | 54.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 | 80.6 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.
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |