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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2009 Ford Taurus X Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.9 in | 13.7 in |
| Length | 203.1 in | 200.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 74.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 67.4 in | -2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4960 lb. | 4204 lb. | 756 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 58.5 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.8 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 39.8 in | -3.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 50.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 33.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Taurus X
| 2009 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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