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2008 Ford Taurus X and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus X | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,088 mm | 4,912 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,902 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,712 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,907 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 85 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 978 mm | 950 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,285 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,168 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 853 mm | 886 mm | -33 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 493 L | 385 L | 108 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,342 L | 1,243 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,413 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus X
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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