Ford Taurus 4dr Sdn Limited AWD 2010 vs Lincoln MKT 4dr Wgn 3.7L FWD 2010 What's the Difference?

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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Large Cars

2WD Sport Utility Vehicle

Engine

Engine Order Code

99W

99R

Engine Type

Gas V6

Displacement

3.5L/213

3.7L/227.4

Fuel System

SMPI

SEFI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

263 @ 6250

270 @ 6250

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

249 @ 4500

271 @ 5000

Transmission

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

44J

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

SelectShift

w/Selectshift

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.48

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.87

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.84

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.41

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.74

Reverse Ratio (:1)

2.88

2.28

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.39

3.16

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

4224 lbs

4699 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Independent MacPherson

MacPherson Strut

Suspension Type - Rear

Independent multi-link

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/Stabilizer bar

w/Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/Stabilizer bar

Multi-Link

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

1.14 in

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

0.87 in

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.4 x -TBD- in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

13.0 x -TBD- in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

19 x -TBD- in

Rear Wheel Size

19 x -TBD- in

Spare Wheel Size

Compact in

17 x -TBD- in

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

TBQ

TA6

Rear Tire Order Code

TBQ

TA6

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P255/45VR19

P235/55R19

Rear Tire Size

P255/45VR19

P235/55R19

Spare Tire Size

Compact

T155/70D17

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

25 MPG

23 MPG

Cruising Range - City

323.00 mi

316.20 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

17 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

20 MPG

19 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

475.00 mi

427.80 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

19 gal

18.6 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

9.3

9.8

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Pwr rack & pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

17.1

17.4

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.15

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

41.0 ft

42.4 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

102.2 ft³

142.3 ft³

Front Head Room

39.0 in

40.1 in

Front Leg Room

41.9 in

41.3 in

Front Shoulder Room

57.9 in

58.6 in

Front Hip Room

56.3 in

55.7 in

Second Head Room

37.8 in

39.0 in

Second Leg Room

38.1 in

41.8 in

Second Shoulder Room

56.9 in

58.1 in

Second Hip Room

55.8 in

55.9 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

112.9 in

117.9 in

Length, Overall

202.9 in

207.6 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

85.7 in

76.0 in

Height, Overall

60.7 in

67.4 in

Track Width, Front

65.3 in

65.4 in

Track Width, Rear

65.5 in

65.3 in

Min Ground Clearance

Liftover Height

30.4 in

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

20.1 ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

1000 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

100 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

200

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

Feature

MECHANICAL

3.5L V6 Duratec engine.

6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission -inc: paddle activation.

All-wheel drive.

Pwr steering (2009).

4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes w/brake assist.

Easy Fuel capless refueling.

Dual chrome exhaust tips

3.7L DOHC 24-valve V6 Duratec engine.

6-speed automatic transmission w/Selectshift & paddle activation.

Intelligent access w/push button start.

3.16 axle ratio.

Front wheel drive.

72-amp low maintenance battery w/battery saver.

200-amp alternator.

Pwr rack and pinion steering.

Easy Fuel capless fuel filler system.

Quasi dual exhaust w/chrome tips

EXTERIOR

P255/45VR19 all-season BSW tires.

19" chrome-clad aluminum wheels.

Mini spare tire (2009).

Automatic wiper-activated halogen headlamps.

Remote perimeter lighting.

Incandescent tail lamps -inc: chrome surround.

Chrome accent heated pwr mirrors -inc: memory, puddle lamps.

Solar tinted glass.

Fixed interval intermittent windshield wipers (2009).

Body-color door handles

P235/55R19 all-season BSW tires.

19" premium painted aluminum wheels.

17" mini spare -inc: T155/70D17 tire.

Fixed glass roof w/pwr front & rear sunshade.

Rear spoiler.

Bright beltline moldings -inc: lower bodyside accent strip.

Split wing grille.

Adaptive high intensity discharge (HID) headlights w/auto high beams -inc: autolamp on/off delay controls.

Fog lamps.

LED taillights.

Rear privacy glass.

Acoustic laminated front side door glass.

Body color pwr heated mirrors -inc: security approach lamps, memory, driver side auto dimming, integrated blind spot mirrors, integrated turn signal indicators.

Speed sensitive intermittent wipers w/rain sensor.

2-speed rear wiper.

Body color door handles w/chrome inserts.

Pwr liftgate

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM stereo w/6-disc CD/MP3 changer -inc: additional IP center speaker & amplifier.

Satellite radio -inc: 6-month pre-paid subscription *N/A in AK or HI*.

SYNC voice activated communications & entertainment system -inc: -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel audio controls, USB port, audio input jack, 911 assist, vehicle health report, turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic *Traffic, directions & info services are subject to late availability*

AM/FM stereo w/CD/DVD/MP3 player -inc: (10) speakers, SIRIUS satellite radio w/6-month prepaid subscription, aux input jack, 10 GB hard drive, USB port *Sirius satellite radio N/A in AK or HI*.

Roof mounted fixed mast antenna.

SYNC voice-activated communications & entertainment system -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel audio controls, USB port, audio input jack, 911 assist, vehicle health report, turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic

INTERIOR

Perforated-leather 10-way pwr front bucket seats -inc: driver seat memory.

60/40 split fold-flat rear seat w/adjustable head restraints -inc: fold down armrest w/cupholders.

Front center console -inc: armrest, front covered cupholders, storage bin & removable trinket tray.

Front/rear carpeted floor mats.

Front sill plates w/bright metal insert.

Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/wood trim -inc: cruise & audio controls.

Interior woodgrain trim.

Instrument panel storage bin (2009).

Instrumentation cluster -inc: message center w/trip computer, compass, outside temperature.

Pwr windows w/driver one-touch up/down & front passenger controls.

Delayed accessory pwr.

Pwr door locks.

Remote keyless entry w/SecuriCode entry keypad.

Universal garage door opener.

SecuriLock passive anti-theft system.

Perimeter anti-theft alarm.

Cruise control.

Dual-zone air conditioning w/automatic temp control, particulate air filter.

Rear seat heat ducts.

Rear window defroster.

Lockable glove box w/damped door.

(3) auxiliary 12V pwr points.

Front seatback map pockets.

Electrochromic rearview mirror w/microphone.

Sliding front sunvisors w/illuminated visor vanity mirrors.

Ambient lighting.

Front dome/map lamp.

Rear seat reading lights.

Leather-wrapped shift knob w/chrome insert.

Cargo net

12-way pwr heated/cooled front bucket seats -inc: front pwr lumbar, driver memory.

60/40 fold flat rear bench seat w/heated outboard seating surfaces -inc: 40 side pwr release.

Third row 50/50 split fold flat bench seat.

Premium perforated leather seating surfaces.

Front row center stack console w/adjustable armrest, storage, (2) cupholders.

(2) front/(2) rear floor mats.

Backlit scuff plates w/Lincoln script.

Second row foot rest.

Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/genuine wood accents -inc: pwr tilt/telescoping w/media controls, speed controls, audio controls.

LED white back lit instrumentation.

Instrument cluster w/message center.

Pwr windows w/one-touch up/down on all windows -inc: front global open w/key or key fob.

Delayed accessory pwr shut-off.

Pwr door locks w/autolock.

Adjustable pedals w/memory.

Remote keyless entry w/SecuriCode keyless entry pad.

Universal garage door opener.

Touch screen w/audio & climate controls, compass, rear view camera.

SecuriLock passive anti-theft system (PATS).

Tri-zone automatic temperature control w/rear auxiliary.

Cabin air filtration system.

Rear window defroster.

(4) 12V pwr points.

110V inverter in front console.

Genuine wood trim.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/microphone.

Overhead console.

Second row manual sunshades.

Driver/front passenger illuminated visors.

(3) assist handles.

Ambient interior lighting -inc: front/rear dome lamps w/front/rear map lights.

Illuminated entry.

Leather-wrapped shifter knob.

Front seat back pockets.

Rear cargo cover & cargo net

SAFETY

Brake & engine actuated traction control.

Advance Trac electronic stability control.

Personal safety system -inc: safety belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, driver seat position sensing, crash severity sensing.

Dual-stage front air bags w/front passenger sensing system.

Front side-impact air bags.

Safety Canopy front/rear curtain airbags system w/rollover sensor.

Reverse sensing.

Rear view camera *Rearview mirror based. Displays through navigation system when 58Q Navigation System is ordered*.

MyKey system -inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable speed alert chimes, Beltminder w/audio mute.

Belt Minder for driver/front passenger safety belts (2009).

Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system on rear outboard seat locations (2009).

Child safety rear door locks (2009).

SOS Post-Crash Alert System

4-wheel ventilated disc brakes.

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS).

Advance Trac roll stability control (RSC).

Driver/front passenger front & side airbags.

Side inflatable restraint for all rows.

Reverse sensing system.

SOS post crash alert.

Personal safety system -inc: seat belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, driver seat position sensing, front passenger seat sensing system (FPSS).

Driver/front passenger Beltminder.

MyKey -inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable sound chimes, Beltminder w/audio mute.

Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH).

Child safety rear door locks.

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
3.

Basic Miles/km:
36,000.

Drivetrain Years:
5.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.

Corrosion Years:
5.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Emissions Years:
8.

Emissions Miles/km:
80,000.

Roadside Assistance Years:
5.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
60,000

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
6.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
70,000.

Corrosion Years:
5.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
6.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
70,000

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
14V285000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 28, 2014.

Component:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
183425.

Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion..

Consequence:
This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on July 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer's request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly..

Dates of Manufacture:
NOV 23, 2008 to FEB 27, 2014.

Manufacturer Recall No.:
14S08.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V247000.

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 26, 2016.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
695.

Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".

Consequence:
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash..

Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
15V040000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JAN 28, 2015.

Component:
STRUCTURE.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
194,889.

Summary:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation..

Consequence:
If the interior door handle return spring is unseated, the door may unlatch in the event of a side impact crash, increasing the risk of personal injury..

Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 16, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S02..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

News - Crash Test Results

Frontal Driver:
* * * * *.

Frontal Passenger:
* * * * *.

Side Driver:
* * * * *.

Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.

Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..

NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).