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Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 108.5 in | 12.7 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 197.6 in | 4.9 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 73.0 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 56.1 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4494 lb. | 3343 lb. | 1151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.3 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.1 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 56.6 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.9 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 27.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 17.0 | 66 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | 123.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
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 |