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2014 Ford Transit Connect and 2008 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Transit Connect | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 102.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 171.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 69.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 72.6 in | 61.6 in | 11 in |
| Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 2756 lb. | 912 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.6 in | 6.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.2 in | 4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 51.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.8 in | 5.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.6 in | 5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 47.8 in | 10.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | 25 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2008 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
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