Model Year | 2013 | 2018 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 106.3 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 171.5 in | 9.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.1 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 79.3 in | 60.4 in | 18.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3425 lb. | 3106 lb. | 319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.4 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 40.1 in | 11 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.0 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 53.7 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.7 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 50.5 in | 39.1 in | 11.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.2 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 48.3 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.4 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 78.1 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 58.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 135.3 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 | 80.8 ft3 |
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.
2018 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Niro.