Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Kia Sedona | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 118.9 in | 1.7 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 202.0 in | -12.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.3 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 69.3 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4387 lb. | -408 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 40.9 in | 6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 63.2 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 59.2 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.8 in | 5.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 65.3 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 65.9 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.9 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 38.3 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 60.5 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 50.1 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 34.0 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -21.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -37.3 ft3 |
2015 Ford Transit Connect Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Transit Connect's second-row bench is roomy and fairly comfortable for two people, but somewhat tight for three. The Sienna has another half-foot of shoulder room. Also, the seatback in the Ford's second row does not recline. If you do want captain's chairs, well, they're not an option. The situation worsens in the Ford's third row, which is less substantial and much lower to the floor than the third-row seats in the Honda or the Toyota. Unlike the Transit Connect's second row, its third-row seat does slide fore-aft (about six inches) and recline. Slide it all the way back, and legroom becomes almost generous. Still, it isn't a place many adults would want to spend much time. On top of this, it should be easier to open and close the Transit Connect's sliding doors and to get into its third row. The second row doesn't tip or slide forward like those in conventional minivans. Instead, it must be pushed to the floor in a fairly difficult two-step procedure. see full Ford Transit Connect review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Transit Connect.
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |