Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@6500 144 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 126.6 in | -6 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 203.0 in | -13 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.7 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 71.6 in | 65.4 in | 6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3998 lb. | 4829 lb. | -831 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.8 in | 7.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 60.3 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.7 in | 40.4 in | 5.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 59.6 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.9 in | 37.2 in | 4.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 52.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | 47 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 32.4 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.9 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.1 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 106.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Transit Connect.
2009 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 |
2009 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 |