Ford Taurus Ford Taurus 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Chevrolet Equinox 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Taurus (2008) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Taurus and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2008 Ford Taurus and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Ford Taurus Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
263 hp@6250
249 lb-ft@4500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.9 in 112.5 in 0.4 in
Length 200.4 in 188.8 in 11.6 in
Width 74.5 in 71.4 in 3.1 in
Height 61.5 in 69.3 in -7.8 in
Curb Weight 3814 lb. 4044 lb. -230 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 17.0 gal. 3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.9 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 55.7 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 51.1 in 2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.2 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 40.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.5 in 55.9 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 51.4 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.3 in 40.2 in 1.1 in
Total Legroom 82.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.2 ft3 35.7 ft3 -14.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 21.2 ft3 67.1 ft3 -45.9 ft3

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus

2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.