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Chevrolet Equinox (2012) vs. Ford Taurus (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Ford Taurus specs.

2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Ford Taurus Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Chevrolet Equinox Ford Taurus  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.5 in 108.5 in 4 in
Length 187.8 in 197.6 in -9.8 in
Width 72.5 in 73.0 in -0.5 in
Height 66.3 in 56.1 in 10.2 in
Curb Weight 3761 lb. 3343 lb. 418 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.8 gal. 18.0 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 40.0 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.8 in 57.3 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 54.5 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.2 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.1 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 56.6 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.1 in 55.7 in -4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.9 in 38.9 in 1 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 31.5 ft3 17.0 ft3 14.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 63.7 ft3 17.0 ft3 46.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Taurus

2006 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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