Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.9 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 202.9 in | -11.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 76.2 in | -4 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 60.7 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 4343 lb. | -772 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 57.9 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 56.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.1 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
2013 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review |