| Model Year | 2006 | 2024 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Subaru Solterra | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
Electric 215 hp 249 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.2 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 197.6 in | 184.6 in | 13 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 65.1 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 4365 lb. | -1022 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 18 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 56.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 63.5 ft3 | -46.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru Solterra.