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