Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Ford Transit Connect | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 88 kW@6350 152 Nm@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 101 kW@6300 174 Nm@4750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,911 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,067 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,697 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 2,014 mm | -1 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,173 kg | 1,554 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 58 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,298 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,283 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,250 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 792 mm | 978 mm | -186 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 436 L | 2,212 L | 434 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 736 L | 3,831 L | 733 L |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
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.