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2008 Ford Taurus and 2008 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 101.5 in | 11.4 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 168.7 in | 31.7 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 69.5 in | 5 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 56.0 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3814 lb. | 3660 lb. | 154 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 52.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 34.8 in | 6.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 6.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -33.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus
| 2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Audi A3
| 2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
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