Ford Transit Connect (2014) vs. Kia Rondo (2008) Specs

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2014 Ford Transit Connect and 2008 Kia Rondo Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	Ford Transit Connect	Kia Rondo
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 178 hp@5700 184 lb-ft@2500	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Minivan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.8 in	106.3 in	-1.5 in
Length	173.9 in	179.0 in	-5.1 in
Width	72.2 in	71.7 in	0.5 in
Height	72.6 in	67.7 in	4.9 in
Curb Weight	3668 lb.	3333 lb.	335 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	15.8 gal.	0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	46.8 in	41.6 in	5.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.6 in	0.0 in	57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	54.6 in	-0.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	41.3 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	45.1 in	41.6 in	3.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	0.0 in	58.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	58.5 in	53.9 in	4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	38.2 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	35.1 in	-35.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	40.3 in	-40.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	110.8 in (over 3 rows)	-32.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	46.8 ft³	6.5 ft³	40.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	46.8	31.7 ft³	15.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	77.0 ft³	74.0 ft³	3 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

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2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review
2007	4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review
2007	4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review

2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review

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