Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Dodge Magnum | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 425 hp@6000 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 120.0 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 202.9 in | 197.7 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 74.1 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 58.3 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4415 lb. | 4260 lb. | 155 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.7 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.2 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 57.6 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 55.5 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.2 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 82 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 71.6 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
2011 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
2011 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 |
2006 Dodge Magnum Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
more or less a full sized car...very comfortable on long trips...power seats recline well. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 350-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
SRT style seats fit very well, provide excellent side suppiort. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 190-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
Roomy! For 5 passengers, everyone is completely comfortable. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 425-horsepower 6.1L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It needed to fit three toddler seats across and does. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy compartment and excellent, firm front seats are comfortable even for an entire day of driving. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
HEMI performance see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very roomy. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great back support, heated, fine adjustability but could use bigger side bolsters. Tilt/telescope leather wheel and power pedals help with finding a comfortable position. With the 08 softer arm rest materials, it should be much better. see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Room for passengers see full Dodge Magnum review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Wide seating area, fits big people as well as small. Seats are very comphy padded well for long trips. Very comfortable on 12+ hour drives. see full Dodge Magnum review |