Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 114 kW@4900 251 Nm@3950 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 131 kW@6000 233 Nm@4100 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,756 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 4,661 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,516 kg | 1,567 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 60 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 988 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,438 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,242 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 945 mm | 43 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 481 L | 1,087 L | 480 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 | 2,078 L | 15 |
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 |
2018 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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