Model Year | 2023 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru Ascent | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 108.5 in | 5.3 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 197.6 in | -0.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 73.0 in | 3 in |
Height | 71.6 in | 56.1 in | 15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4421 lb. | 3343 lb. | 1078 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.0 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 57.3 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.1 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.3 in | 56.6 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 0.0 in | 31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.5 ft3 | 17.0 | 26.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.6 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Subaru Ascent.
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 |