Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@6300 115 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 100.4 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 161.6 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.3 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 63.4 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 2560 lb. | 1108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.2 in | 6.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.2 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.3 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.6 in | 5.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 55.1 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.7 in | 5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 27.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 | 23.6 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.
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review |
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of head, hip, knee, and foot room. The cushions seem to get less comfortable after a solid 2-3 hours driving. But, at least around town, this is one car in which you can ask friends to sit in the back without being ashamed. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of headroom and legroom. Seat and wheel adjustments easy to make. Feels larger than it actually is. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of headroom. My daughter has lots of visibility in the back while in her car seat. Full size adults can sit back there in comfort. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfort of an intermediate-size car, with everything in easy reach. Able to maintain comfortable safety belt adjustment. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Large enought for two adults see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I am over 6 feet tall and even with the moon roof, I have a ton of headroom and leg room. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
My kids are tall too and with my seat adjusted to my liking, there is a ton of head room and leg room in the back. Love the folding rear seats. see full Kia Soul review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
You can fit another two big people behind you even when you are a 6 footer. Headrests for all passangers. Safety side curtains for all passengers. see full Kia Soul review |
2011 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 142-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It felt smaller than the measurements suggested, relative to its competitors. see full Kia Soul review |