Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 112.9 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 202.9 in | -29.3 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 76.2 in | -8.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 60.7 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 4415 lb. | -1632 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.3 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 56.9 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 55.8 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 38.1 in | -6.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
2015 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.
2012 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
2012 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review |