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2014 Ford Transit Connect and 2012 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Transit Connect | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 102.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 171.9 in | 2 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 69.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 72.6 in | 61.4 in | 11.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 2865 lb. | 803 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.5 in | 6.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 52.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.3 in | 5.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.6 in | 5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 43.7 in | 14.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 27 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 15.5 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 2012 Toyota Matrix
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |
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