| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| 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 | 174.5 in | 6.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 79.3 in | 65.6 in | 13.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3393 lb. | 32 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 | 55.0 in | 4.6 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, 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.
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |