Audi Q7 (2018) vs. Ford Taurus (2011) Specs

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2018 Audi Q7 and 2011 Ford Taurus Specifications

Model Year	2018	2011
Model	Audi Q7	Ford Taurus
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	112.9 in	5 in
Length	199.6 in	202.9 in	-3.3 in
Width	77.5 in	76.2 in	1.3 in
Height	68.5 in	60.7 in	7.8 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	4415 lb.	523 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	20.0 gal.	2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.0 in	-0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	57.9 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	56.3 in	-56.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.9 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	37.8 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	56.9 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.8 in	-55.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	38.1 in	0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	80 in (over 2 rows)	29.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	20.1 ft³	-5.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	20.1	17.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	20.1 ft³	51.5 ft³

2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

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2011 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	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 Ford Taurus review
2010	4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review

2011 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review
2012	0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review

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