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Ford Transit Connect (2014) vs. Kia Forte (2015) Specs

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2014 Ford Transit Connect and 2015 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2014 2015  
Model Ford Transit Connect Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Minivan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.8 in 106.3 in -1.5 in
Length 173.9 in 171.3 in 2.6 in
Width 72.2 in 70.1 in 2.1 in
Height 72.6 in 57.1 in 15.5 in
Curb Weight 3668 lb. 3045 lb. 623 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 46.8 in 39.4 in 7.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.6 in 56.1 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 53.0 in 1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 42.2 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 45.1 in 38.7 in 6.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.5 in 54.9 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 58.5 in 53.1 in 5.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 35.9 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 46.8 ft3 23.2 ft3 23.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 77.0 ft3 56.4 ft3 20.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect

2014 Ford Transit Connect Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review
 
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