| Model Year | 2009 | 2024 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus X | Subaru Ascent | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 113.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 196.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 76.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 71.6 in | -4.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4204 lb. | 4421 lb. | -217 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 60.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 36.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 57.0 in | -6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 0.0 in | 46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 31.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 43.5 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru Ascent.