Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 108.3 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 173.9 in | 180.5 in | -6.6 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 68.9 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 72.6 in | 63.6 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3457 lb. | 211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 46.8 in | 40.7 in | 6.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.5 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.1 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 39.4 in | 5.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 55.5 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 57.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.8 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.8 | 44.4 ft3 | 2.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
2015 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 2015 Ford Transit Connect.
2013 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |