Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Taurus | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@5100 281 Nm@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,604 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,090 mm | 4,427 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,892 mm | 1,808 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,562 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,652 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 64 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 991 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 909 mm | -908 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 600 L | 674 L | -74 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 651 L | -629.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 1,589 L | 20.2 |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |