Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Suzuki SX4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 178 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 143 hp@5800 136 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 98.4 in | 6.4 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 163.9 in | 10 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 63.2 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 2877 lb. | 791 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 39.6 in | 7.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.3 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 51.0 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 37.5 in | 7.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.8 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 47.0 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.9 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 51.8 ft3 | 25.2 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.
2007 Suzuki SX4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic 4WD |
It is what it is. I fit into the seat well. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior and cargo space are roomy for a compact car. Lots of head & leg room for front and back seats. Easy to get in and out of front seats. Trunk is big. For a small car that's easy to park there's plenty of interior space. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seat are ok,,, miss the feel of leather but something I can live with, plenty of leg room for me. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic 4WD |
Seat is firm and I have enough head and leg room. see full Suzuki SX4 review |
2007 Suzuki SX4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual 4WD |
Not much leg room, even for average adults. see full Suzuki SX4 review |