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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2010 Ford Taurus Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.9 in | -11.4 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 202.9 in | -37.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 76.2 in | -5.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 60.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4415 lb. | -1089 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 57.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.9 in | -4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 25.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Ford Taurus
| 2010 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
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