Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,409 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,722 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,542 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,262 kg | 1,800 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 47 L | 76 L | -29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 991 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 960 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,250 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 792 mm | 968 mm | -176 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 362 L | 569 L | -207 L |
2014 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 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 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 |