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Price Range: $20,780 - $22,350
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Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Ford Transit Connect is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the average minivan/van.
In terms of fuel economy, the Ford Transit Connect has the typical minivan/van beat.
As far as fuel economy, the Ford Transit Connect is a tad better than the typical minivan/van, but not by much.
The Transit Connect is considerably less pricey than the typical minivan/van regarding MSRP.
Utility
The average minivan/van will most definitely prove handier than the Transit Connect for those of you with frequent kid-cargo.
The typical minivan/van is a better choice than the Ford Transit Connect regarding hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of cargo or large animals.
Convenience
The Ford Transit Connect's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the average minivan/van.
Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Transit Connect's front cabin compared to the average minivan/van.
The ampler interior dimensions of the Ford Transit Connect make it roomier for your passengers than the typical minivan/van.
Dimensions
The typical minivan/van is tremendously heavier than the Ford Transit Connect.
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the average minivan/van than the Ford Transit Connect because of its bigger tank.
The Ford Transit Connect fits in smaller parking spaces than the average minivan/van.
The typical minivan/van's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Ford Transit Connect may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.
Performance
Regarding horsepower, the typical minivan/van packs quite a wallop and will knock the Ford Transit Connect down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Ford Transit Connect is definitely more maneuverable than the typical minivan/van, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.
Drivetrain
The Ford Transit Connect's engine is tremendously smaller than the typical minivan/van's. Note that smaller engines can be stressed more; however, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix.
Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the typical minivan/van is tremendously more powerful than the Ford Transit Connect.
The Ford Transit Connect could learn a lesson or two from the average minivan/van as far as pickup.
Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Ford Transit Connect isn't quite as generous as the typical minivan/van's.
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