Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Dodge Challenger | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,756 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 5,022 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,923 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,516 kg | 1,687 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 72 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 950 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,438 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,306 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 828 mm | 160 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,895 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 481 L | 459 L | 22 L |
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 |
2010 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |