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Ford Five Hundred (2006) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Five Hundred and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2006 Ford Five Hundred and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Ford Five Hundred Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
203 hp@5750
207 lb-ft@4500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.9 in 112.5 in 0.4 in
Length 200.7 in 188.8 in 11.9 in
Width 74.5 in 71.4 in 3.1 in
Height 60.1 in 69.3 in -9.2 in
Curb Weight 3814 lb. 4044 lb. -230 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 17.0 gal. 3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.9 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 55.7 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 51.1 in 2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 40.1 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.6 in 55.9 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.6 in 51.4 in 2.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.9 in 40.2 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 83.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.2 ft3 35.7 ft3 -14.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 21.2 ft3 67.1 ft3 -45.9 ft3

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

2006 Ford Five Hundred Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
very comfortable on long trips see full Ford Five Hundred review
2007 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
REally comfortable see full Ford Five Hundred review
2006 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
CVT AWD
The Limited interior is very confy and I hear that the 2008 taurus is even better. see full Ford Five Hundred review
2006 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
sits high, plenty of room see full Ford Five Hundred review
2006 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
large seats and sits high see full Ford Five Hundred review
2006 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
CVT AWD
Ample room for 6+ see full Ford Five Hundred review
2005 4dr Sedan 203-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
6 foot + individuals will love the leg room front and back and the command level seating (sits up higher than a regular car) see full Ford Five Hundred review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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