| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
| Model | Ford Transit Connect | Toyota RAV4 EV | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
Electric 154 hp 273 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 104.7 in | 9.9 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 180.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 79.3 in | 66.3 in | 13 in |
| Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 4032 lb. | -607 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 40.8 in | 10.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 53.8 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.8 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.7 in | 10.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 52.4 in | 7.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 40.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 62.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
| 2014 Toyota RAV4 EV Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr SUV 154-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
im my opinion the seats could have been a little more comfortable. see full Toyota RAV4 EV review |