| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Lexus SC | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 153 hp@4900 185 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 108.5 in | -5.4 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 197.6 in | -19.1 in |
| Width | 72.0 in | 73.0 in | -1 in |
| Height | 53.1 in | 56.1 in | -3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 3343 lb. | 497 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 57.3 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 54.5 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 42.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.1 in | -11 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 56.6 in | -10 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 55.7 in | -6.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.9 in | -11.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -10.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Lexus SC.
| 2006 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We chose this wagon initially because it was the only sedan we could find that fit 2 carseats and an adult, or 3 carseats comfortably in the rear seat. Also, the two additional seats in the cargo area are nice if there are more kids along. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long drives, lots of little "smart" features. see full Ford Taurus review |