Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW i8 | Ford Transit Connect | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 114.6 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 184.9 in | 180.7 in | 4.2 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 70.7 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 50.8 in | 79.3 in | -28.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3425 lb. | 30 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 15.4 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 51.1 in | -12.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 54.4 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 32.4 in | 50.5 in | -18.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 59.6 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.8 in | -59.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -79 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.7 ft3 | 78.1 ft3 | -73.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.7 ft3 | 135.3 ft3 | -130.6 ft3 |
2015 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cadillac ELR's rear seat is very tight for the average adult, but a couple 5-9 or under can sit back there without outright discomfort. The BMW i8's rear seat is so tight and so vestigial that putting all but the shortest people back there borders on cruel and unusual punishment. I squeezed into the i8's back seat to photograph its instrument panel interior and almost couldn't get out. For those who want an adult-friendly rear seat, the Tesla Model S is far superior to either coupe. see full BMW i8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW i8.
2013 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect.