Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Taurus X | Audi A4 / S4 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,809 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,088 mm | 4,704 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,712 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,829 kg | 1,683 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 64 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 894 mm | -893 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 0 mm | 978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,285 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,168 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 853 mm | 0 mm | 853 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 493 L | 490 L | 3 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,342 L | 17.3 | -16.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,413 L | 1,430 L | 1 L |
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 |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review |