Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,154 mm | 5,090 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,892 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,542 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,903 kg | 1,730 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 76 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 1,001 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 983 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,049 mm | 967 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 569 L | 600 L | -31 L |
2013 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review |
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 |