Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 121.1 in | -8.2 in |
Length | 202.9 in | 200.6 in | 2.3 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 76.0 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 72.4 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4196 lb. | 5545 lb. | -1349 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.3 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.3 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.9 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.5 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 43.8 ft3 | -23.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -63.2 ft3 |
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 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |