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Ford Taurus (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Taurus and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 Ford Taurus and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Ford Taurus Ford Explorer  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,756 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 5,019 mm 4,912 mm 1 mm
Width 1,854 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,516 kg 2,014 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 85 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,384 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 968 mm 983 mm -15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,438 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,415 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 988 mm 937 mm 51 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 950 mm -950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,151 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 886 mm -886 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 481 L 385 L 96 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 17.0 1,243 L 16
Cargo Volume, Maximum 17.0 2,370 L 15

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Taurus

2006 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review
2006 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review
2005 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
We chose this wagon initially because it was the only sedan we could find that fit 2 carseats and an adult, or 3 carseats comfortably in the rear seat. Also, the two additional seats in the cargo area are nice if there are more kids along. see full Ford Taurus review
2005 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Great for long drives, lots of little "smart" features. see full Ford Taurus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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