Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Scion tC | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 106.3 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 174.0 in | 23.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 69.1 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 55.7 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 2970 lb. | 373 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.6 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.2 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 50.0 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 47.3 in | 8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 33.6 in | 5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -18.4 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 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |