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2013 Ford Transit Connect and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 126.6 in | -12 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 203.0 in | -22.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 75.7 in | -5 in |
| Height | 79.3 in | 65.4 in | 13.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1404 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 39.8 in | 11.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 60.3 in | -5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 40.4 in | 10.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 59.6 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 0.0 in | 59.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -29.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 62.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 78.1 | 42.2 ft3 | 35.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | 50.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Transit Connect
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Transit Connect
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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