Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 2,659 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,524 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 973 mm | -18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 762 mm | 127 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 348 L | 213 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
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.
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
lots of leg room. very comfortable for 2 people see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seat is power but doesnt go back far enough for me 6ft.bottom seat coushion litte short. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Tight fit for tall people in front - length and width. No worse than Forester, but not any better. 2nd row is _very_ spacious, and slides forward/backward. see full Toyota RAV4 review |