Model Year | 2020 | 2013 | |
Model | Honda Accord | Ford Transit Connect | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
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Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 114.6 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 192.2 in | 180.7 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 70.7 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 79.3 in | -22.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3131 lb. | 3425 lb. | -294 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 15.4 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 51.1 in | -11.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.4 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 50.8 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.5 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 50.5 in | -13.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 59.6 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 59.8 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.5 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.7 ft3 | 78.1 ft3 | -61.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.7 ft3 | 135.3 ft3 | -118.6 ft3 |
2020 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 0 |
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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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.