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Mazda Mazda3 (2014) vs. Ford Transit Connect (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2014 Ford Transit Connect specs.

2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2014 Ford Transit Connect Specifications

Model Year 2014 2014  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Ford Transit Connect  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Minivan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 104.8 in 1.5 in
Length 175.6 in 173.9 in 1.7 in
Width 70.7 in 72.2 in -1.5 in
Height 57.3 in 72.6 in -15.3 in
Curb Weight 2797 lb. 3668 lb. -871 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.8 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 46.8 in -8.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 57.6 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 54.1 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 40.3 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 45.1 in -7.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.4 in 58.5 in -4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 58.5 in -5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 37.6 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 20.2 ft3 46.8 ft3 -26.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 47.1 ft3 77.0 ft3 -29.9 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect

2014 Ford Transit Connect Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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