Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Land Rover LR2 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6300 234 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 104.7 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 177.1 in | 20.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 75.1 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 68.5 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 4255 lb. | -912 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 57.3 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.4 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 26.7 ft3 | -9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 59.0 ft3 | -42 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 |
2009 Land Rover LR2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent seat height as well as seat back position. Good leg room and head room. see full Land Rover LR2 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable seat position, soft leather. Plenty of room and very adjustable. see full Land Rover LR2 review |