Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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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 | 114.8 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 202.9 in | 189.1 in | 13.8 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 75.2 in | 1 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 70.7 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 4343 lb. | 5238 lb. | -895 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.5 in | -0.6 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 | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 58.4 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.4 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Taurus.
2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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