Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 103.5 in | 5 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 170.3 in | 27.3 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 66.1 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 3370 lb. | -27 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.4 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.1 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 56.3 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 51.2 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.2 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 65.5 ft3 | -48.5 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson review |