Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 178 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 3,078 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 5,144 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,966 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 78 L | -18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 922 mm | 33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 963 mm | -962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 808 mm | 81 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,761 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 915 L | -354 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 2,350 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 3,993 L | -1 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.
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |