Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Ford Transit Connect | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@6500 144 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 120.6 in | -22.6 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 190.0 in | -34.5 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 72.2 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 71.6 in | -13.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2359 lb. | 3998 lb. | -1639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 46.9 in | -7.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 57.6 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 54.2 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.3 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 45.7 in | -8.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 58.5 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 58.3 in | -11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 37.6 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.0 in | -47 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -36 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 24.9 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.3 | 60.1 ft3 | -46.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 106.0 ft3 | -79 ft3 |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Transit Connect.