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2008 Ford Taurus and 2006 Pontiac Vibe Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Pontiac Vibe | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 102.4 in | 10.5 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 171.9 in | 28.5 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 69.9 in | 4.6 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 62.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3643 lb. | 2781 lb. | 862 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 53.2 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 51.7 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 52.6 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 47.8 in | 5.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 36.3 in | 5 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | -32.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus
| 2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Vibe
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Leather seats have been durable and relatively comfortable although no lumbar control, which would have welcomed. Despite some reviews saying driving position is odd, it fits me just fine and I like being able to simply get it--I don't have to climb up as in a SUV and I don't have to get down, as in a sedan. Rear seat room is amazing for such a small car. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It would only fit the 2 kids in their seat. There is a 3rd belt, but the car seats took up the space where the adult would go between them. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Heating/cooling of the rear seats is poor. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The driver's seat lacks lumbar support. I made a minor modification to significantly improve the driver seat: I shaped a piece of upholstery foam to create lumbar support. I fit it under the seat cloth so it looks factory. Without it I was slouching and had back aches within 30 minutes of driving. My test drive was 10 minutes. My wife found an inadequate situation on the passenger seat. She needs a very upright seat back. That makes the headrest push her head forward. She uses a 2" thick piece of foam on the upper 2/3rd of the back rest to create a little space between her head and the headrest. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
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