Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Nitro | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 260 hp@5200 265 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 112.9 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 178.9 in | 200.3 in | -21.4 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 74.9 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 67.4 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 4204 lb. | -233 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.5 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.2 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.9 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 56.4 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.8 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 47.4 ft3 | -15.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.2 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -20 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Dodge Nitro.
2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |