Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,542 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,821 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 76 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 960 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 968 mm | -31 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 569 L | -184 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 20.1 | -19.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 20.1 | -18.1 L |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2010 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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |