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2007 Ford Taurus and 2008 Nissan Maxima Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Taurus | Nissan Maxima | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 255 hp@6000 252 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 111.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 197.7 in | 193.5 in | 4.2 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 71.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 58.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3322 lb. | 3579 lb. | -257 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 56.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.5 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.9 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Taurus
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Nissan Maxima
| 2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |
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