Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 106.3 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 184.1 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 74.4 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 67.9 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3322 lb. | 3688 lb. | -366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.8 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 58.6 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.9 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -61.3 ft3 |
2007 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |