Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 2,670 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,474 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 64 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 927 mm | -926 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 861 mm | 94 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 0 mm | 889 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 323 L | 238 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 11.4 | -10.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 11.4 | -9.4 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.
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |