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2010 Ford Taurus and 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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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 | 114.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 188.5 in | 14.4 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 75.2 in | 1 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 70.1 in | -9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4415 lb. | 5093 lb. | -678 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.9 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 59.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 56.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -52.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Ford Taurus
| 2010 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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