Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 108.5 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 197.6 in | -17.1 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 73.0 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 56.1 in | 7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3343 lb. | 114 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.3 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.2 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.6 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 55.7 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 0.0 in | 30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 17.0 | 27.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 53.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda5.
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 |