| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
| Model | Honda Civic | Ford Transit Connect | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 120.6 in | -14.3 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 189.7 in | -13 in |
| Width | 69.0 in | 72.2 in | -3.2 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 72.0 in | -15.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2628 lb. | 3979 lb. | -1351 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 46.9 in | -7.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 57.7 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 54.6 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 45.1 in | -7.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 58.5 in | -6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 58.5 in | -7.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.3 in | -41.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.0 in | -47 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 58.9 ft3 | -46.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 104.2 ft3 | -92.2 ft3 |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Transit Connect.