Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 111.7 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 202.9 in | 197.2 in | 5.7 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 73.5 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 57.7 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 4415 lb. | 4354 lb. | 61 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.6 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 56.4 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.8 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
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 |
2010 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |