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 | 2,756 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 5,009 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,516 kg | 1,583 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 70 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 953 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,438 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 1,039 mm | 987 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 481 L | 408 L | 73 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 |
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 |