Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Honda Accord | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 110.2 in | 10.4 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 194.1 in | -4.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 58.1 in | 13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3230 lb. | 749 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.9 in | 41.4 in | 5.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.2 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 56.6 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.5 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 38.5 in | 6.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 56.4 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.3 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 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) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 14.0 | 44.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 90.2 ft3 |
2014 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 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
2010 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
6'4" and plenty of head and leg room. Leather seats and lumbar support fit me well. see full Honda Accord review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another reason I'm glad I got the EX model. The power lumbar on the drivers seat is my backs best friend. Even after 16 hour days and 1100 miles, my back is fine. Excellent seats! see full Honda Accord review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Spacing is good, material use is comfortable. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Even with the front driver and passenger seats move all the way to the back of their tracks and reclined somewhat, there is still plenty of legroom for backseat passengers (even 6 footers). This is really a full size sedan and not a mid-size. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats offer plenty of range of motion. They are comfortable for extended periods of time. Side bolsters are not too soft, not to rigid. Just right. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Placement and tactile feel. see full Honda Accord review |
2010 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Lumbar support is too aggressive, and it is non-adjustable in the LX model. I have gotten used to them, but they are nowhere near the same league as my previously owned Saabs and BMWs. see full Honda Accord review |