Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,756 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 4,625 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,516 kg | 1,281 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 50 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 932 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,438 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 950 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 481 L | 428 L | 53 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 |
2014 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Sentra.