Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Toyota Highlander | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 109.8 in | 10.8 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 188.4 in | 1.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.2 in | -3 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 68.1 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3946 lb. | 33 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 40.6 in | 6.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 59.7 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 56.7 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.2 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 40.1 in | 5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 59.5 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 56.5 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 36.3 in | 5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 55.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 42.3 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 29.2 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | 8.8 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.
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |