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 | 2,634 mm | 2,756 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,415 mm | 5,019 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,758 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,664 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,458 kg | 1,516 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 51 L | 68 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,295 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 651 L | 481 L | 170 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,515 L | 17.0 | -16 L |
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 |