Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 106.7 in | 13.9 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 179.8 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 68.1 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 4123 lb. | -144 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 39.7 in | 7.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.9 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.3 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.5 in | 5.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.0 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.1 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 41.3 in | 0.0 in | 41.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | 47 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 34.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 31.4 | 27.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 37.8 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.
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |