Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 114 kW@4900 251 Nm@3950 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 88 kW@6350 152 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,756 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 4,409 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,697 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,516 kg | 1,192 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 45 L | 23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 942 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,438 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,250 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 792 mm | 196 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 481 L | 362 L | 119 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |