Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 106.4 in | 14.2 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 175.6 in | 14.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 52.8 in | 19.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3064 lb. | 915 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 38.2 in | 8.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 54.8 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.3 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.7 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 36.8 in | 8.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.9 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 48.1 in | 10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 32.2 in | 5.4 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) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 7.6 | 51.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 96.6 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.
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |