Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.5 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 197.6 in | -22.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 56.1 in | 4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3256 lb. | 3343 lb. | -87 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -18 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.0 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.5 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 56.6 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 55.7 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 38.9 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.0 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 30.0 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 13 ft3 |
2013 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF 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 |