Mini Clubman (2017) vs. Ford Taurus (2008) Specs

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2017 Mini Clubman and 2008 Ford Taurus Specifications

Model Year	2017	2008
Model	Mini Clubman	Ford Taurus
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.1 in	112.9 in	-7.8 in
Length	168.3 in	200.4 in	-32.1 in
Width	70.9 in	74.5 in	-3.6 in
Height	56.7 in	61.5 in	-4.8 in
Curb Weight	3486 lb.	3814 lb.	-328 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	20.0 gal.	-6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.2 in	39.4 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	57.8 in	-3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.3 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.0 in	38.7 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	57.5 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.3 in	41.3 in	-7 in
Total Legroom	75.7 in (over 2 rows)	82.6 in (over 2 rows)	-6.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.5 ft³	21.2 ft³	-3.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.9 ft³	21.2 ft³	26.7 ft³

2017 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mini Clubman's standard seats have a non-adjustable lumbar area that bulges far too much for my back. Your back and impression of the seats could differ. Or get any level of the leather upholstery (starting at $750 for partial leather, plus $300 for the required sport buckets that are standard on the S) and the lumbar support becomes adjustable. see full Mini Clubman review

2017 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr Wagon turbocharged 189hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD	The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Mini Clubman review

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

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