Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 113.9 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 188.8 in | 8.8 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 76.4 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 68.2 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3343 lb. | 4711 lb. | -1368 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.8 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 56.7 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 34.9 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -53.9 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 |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |