Ford Transit vs Nissan NV--comparison
Had a couple of hours free near a couple of dealers that had the Nissan NV & Ford Transit high-tops in stock. Did some looking and made a few photos. These are the high points: Ford PROS: *m...
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mlts22 wrote:
A local RT dealership has had a NV upfit on their lot for at least a year, if now more... no takers.
The Transit has one nice advantage... it is offered in a high top version, about 10 inches higher than the Sprinter in the US. I've thought of using this with a false floor (although it would take another step to get fully in the van) for adding a hydronic system and extra water tank space. Or use the extra ceiling room for a drop-down bed and more overhead space.
I know you have said this before but I was confused since the overall heights were not much different. In fact the Transit (110.1 inches) is not as tall overall as the Sprinter (111 inches). The difference inside is the Transit maximum cargo height is 81.5 inches and the Sprinter is 78.2 inches. That is a difference of 3.3 inches. Since the finish interior heights of most Sprinter conversions are 75 inches I think they are quoting heights extending to the metal roof surface and not the structural ribs. Without measuring the rib depths and comparing I am not sure what the finish dimensions would turn out for the Transit. Nobody has built one yet. Logic should say the Transit should still be a little taller inside and that would make tall guys happy.
The 2015 Sprinter has a new super high roof that is even taller with an interior standing height of 84 inches but its design is such it could not support any loads or equipment so probably would not be functional for an RV.
