Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,090 mm | 4,481 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,892 mm | 1,745 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,562 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,652 kg | 1,380 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 45 L | 31 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 955 mm | 28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 914 mm | -913 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 600 L | 612 L | -12 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 1,121 L | 20.2 |
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 |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |