Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,911 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,567 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 2,014 mm | 1,730 mm | 1 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,554 kg | 1,870 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 80 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,290 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,283 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,519 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 917 mm | 61 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2,212 L | 889 L | -887 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,831 L | 1,880 L | 2 L |
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.
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |