Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 108.5 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 197.6 in | -23.8 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 73.0 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 56.1 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3214 lb. | 3343 lb. | -129 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 55.7 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 36.5 ft3 |
2015 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
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 |