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2009 Lexus RX and 2008 Ford Taurus X Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.9 in | -6 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 200.3 in | -14.1 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 74.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 67.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 4204 lb. | -114 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 40.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 57.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.8 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 20.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.3 | 47.4 ft3 | -9.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus RX
| 2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Taurus X
| 2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
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