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2008 Ford Taurus X and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus X | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 103.9 in | 9 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 177.7 in | 22.6 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 69.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 57.2 in | 10.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4204 lb. | 3548 lb. | 656 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.2 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 54.1 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 50.7 in | 5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.0 in | 0.0 in | 46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.6 in | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 38.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -10 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 27.4 | 20 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 22.3 ft3 |
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 2008 Volvo V50
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
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