Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 2,703 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 60 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 818 mm | 137 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 0 mm | 889 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 215 L | 346 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
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.
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |