Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5750 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 108.5 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 197.6 in | -18.6 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 73.0 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 56.1 in | 10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3343 lb. | -58 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.7 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 54.5 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 56.6 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.8 in | 55.7 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.9 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 0.0 | 17.0 ft3 | -17 |
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander 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 |