Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Scion xB | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 102.4 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 167.3 in | 6.6 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.3 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 62.6 in | 10 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3086 lb. | 582 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.0 in | 6.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.8 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 52.7 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 41.2 in | 3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 46.7 in | 11.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.0 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 69.9 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
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.
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room for the driver and passenger. Easy to slide and adjust both seats. see full Scion xB review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room, comfortable, great access to controls, good visibility all round. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. Great for kids. see full Scion xB review |
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
1) Center console is too wide - not enough room for me to stretch out. 2) Seat can be raised and lowered (good) but at its lowest position it feels like the cushion leans down making me feel like my body slips forward. 3) Arm rest on door too high. see full Scion xB review |