Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Ford Taurus | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 108.5 in | 11.3 in |
Length | 201.2 in | 197.7 in | 3.5 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 73.0 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 58.1 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4756 lb. | 3322 lb. | 1434 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.3 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.4 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.2 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.1 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.6 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.7 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 29.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 16.9 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 67.6 ft3 |
2014 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Dodge Durango.
2007 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
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 |