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Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Pontiac GTO | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 109.8 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 189.8 in | 10.6 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 72.5 in | 2 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 54.9 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3643 lb. | 3725 lb. | -82 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.3 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.7 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 58.0 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.3 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 51.7 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 50.2 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 37.1 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 7.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
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 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The seats are very supportive and I have plenty of room. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Great support for the type of vehicle, Full leather seats. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The rear seats are just as supportive as the front, spectacular see full Pontiac GTO review |
2006 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
It is literally impossible for a six foot man to get back there. Once in, it is pretty comfortable. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Slightly cramped front seat room. Gets uncomfortable after an hour of driving see full Pontiac GTO review |