Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Taurus X | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 111.6 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 191.0 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 73.3 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 58.8 in | 8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4204 lb. | 4065 lb. | 139 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.8 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.8 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.9 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 56.3 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.7 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.0 in | 4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 0.0 in | 46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 37.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 14.9 | 32.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 70.3 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2007 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |