Ford Transit Connect (2014) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) Specs

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2014 Ford Transit Connect and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2014	2009
Model	Ford Transit Connect	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Minivan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.8 in	103.1 in	1.7 in
Length	173.9 in	173.8 in	0.1 in
Width	72.2 in	68.5 in	3.7 in
Height	72.6 in	58.5 in	14.1 in
Curb Weight	3668 lb.	3075 lb.	593 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	46.8 in	40.3 in	6.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.6 in	54.8 in	2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	0.0 in	54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	43.5 in	-3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	45.1 in	37.6 in	7.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	53.2 in	5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	58.5 in	0.0 in	58.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	33.5 in	4.1 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	77 in (over 2 rows)	0.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	46.8 ft³	19.0 ft³	27.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	77.0 ft³	44.4 ft³	32.6 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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect.

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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