Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 102.5 in | 12.1 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 174.3 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 66.3 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3433 lb. | -8 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 39.1 in | 12 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.2 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.1 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.0 in | 11.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 54.8 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 0.0 in | 59.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.8 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 54.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 78.1 | 23.0 ft3 | 55.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |