Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Taurus X | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 117.9 in | -5 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 202.3 in | -2 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 75.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 67.6 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4204 lb. | 4839 lb. | -635 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.4 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.0 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 44.3 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 38.7 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 50.8 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 41.1 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 33.4 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |