Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 3,000 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 5,100 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,981 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 76 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,638 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,676 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 932 mm | 23 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 1,554 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 1,029 mm | 888 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,073 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 994 L | -433 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 1,801 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 3,070 L | -1 L |
2014 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 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |