| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 113.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 193.4 in | 9.5 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 72.8 in | -12.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3969 lb. | 4440 lb. | -471 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.9 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 55.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -23.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -63.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Taurus.
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |