| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | Suzuki Kizashi | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Length | 183.1 in | 197.6 in | -14.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 56.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 3343 lb. | -14 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 56.6 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 55.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.9 in | -3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.3 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
| 2006 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We chose this wagon initially because it was the only sedan we could find that fit 2 carseats and an adult, or 3 carseats comfortably in the rear seat. Also, the two additional seats in the cargo area are nice if there are more kids along. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long drives, lots of little "smart" features. see full Ford Taurus review |