Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 111.0 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 197.2 in | 0.4 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.8 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 58.5 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 3490 lb. | -147 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.4 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.8 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 58.2 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 56.2 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.9 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 17.0 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 2.6 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 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |