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2009 Ford Taurus X - Specs

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Engine Specs
Transmission Specs

Exterior Dimensions
Interior Dimensions

Capacities



Dimensions and capacities are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Engines 2009 Ford Taurus X
Type
3.5-liter V-6
Configuration
60 degree V-6, Aluminum block and heads
Intake Manifold
Composite, split plenum
Exhaust Manifolds
Cast iron
Crankshaft
Forged steel
Redline
6,700 rpm
Idle Speed in Drive
620 rpm
Throttle Body
65 mm, electronic
Valvetrain
DAMB, 4 valves per cylinder, intake variable camshaft timing
Valve Diameter Intake
37 mm
Exhaust
31 mm
Pistons
High temperature cast aluminum alloy with low-friction coated skirts, low tension rings
Connecting Rods
Cracked powder metal
Ignition
Pencil coil
Bore x Stroke
3.6 x 2.4 in. / 92.5 x 88.7mm
Displacement
213 cu. in. / 3,496 cc
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Horsepower
263 @ 6,250 rpm
Horsepower Per Liter
71.5
Torque
249 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm
Recommended Fuel
87 octane unleaded
Fuel Capacity
19 gallons
Fuel Injection
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Oil Capacity
5.5 quarts with filter
Recommended Oil
GF4, 5W-20
Emission Control
Closed loop with catalyst
Federal Standards
Tier II/Bin 5 tailpipe, T2e evaporative
California Standards
ULEVII tailpipe, L2e evaporative

Drivetrain 2009 Ford Taurus X
Layout Front-wheel drive and All-Wheel drive
Transmission: Gear ratios (:1):
6-speed automatic overdrive
     1st 4.484
     2nd 2.872
     3rd 1.842
     4th 1.414
     5th 1.000
     6th 0.742
  Reverse 2.882
Final Drive FWD 3.16
AWD 3.16

Suspension 2009 Ford Taurus X
Front Macpherson strut and rear facing L-shaped lower control arm with isolated subframe and stabilizer bar
Rear Independent multi-link suspension coil over shock and hydro-formed lower control arms

Steering 2009 Ford Taurus X
Type Power rack and pinion
Steering Column Tilt Adjustable
Ratio 17:1
Turns, lock-to-lock 2.98
Turning circle curb-to-curb 12.05m / 39.5 ft.

Brakes 2009 Ford Taurus X
Type 4-wheel ABS (4 channel); Traction control; AdvanceTrac®
Front Disc
Swept Area 63.3 in.2
Rear Disc
Swept Area 58.9 in.2
Power Assist Yes

Wheels and Tires 2009 Ford Taurus X
SEL - Standard 17-inch 8-spoke aluminum, P215/65Rx17 BSW tires
Eddie Bauer - Standard 18-inch 5-spoke aluminum, P225/60Rx18 BSW tires
Limited - Standard 18-inch 5-spoke aluminum, P225/60Rx18 BSW tires
Eddie Bauer, Limited - Optional 18-inch 7-spoke chrome-clad, P225/60Rx18 BSW tires

Exterior Dimensions (inches unless otherwise noted) 2009 Ford Taurus X
Wheelbase 112.9
Vehicle length 200.3
Vehicle width (without mirrors) 74.9
Vehicle height at curb 67.6
Track width Front 64.3
Rear 64.4

Interior 2009 Ford Taurus X
Seating Capacity 6 or 7 passenger
Headroom Front row 39.4
Second row 39.7
Third row 38.6
Legroom Front row 40.8
Second row 40.4
Third row 33.4
Shoulder room Front row 58.5
Second row 58.0
Third row 50.8
Hip room Front row 55.5
Second row 56.0
Third row 45.9

Weights and Capacities (pounds unless otherwise noted) 2009 Ford Taurus X
SAE passenger volume 146.2 cu.ft.
Total interior volume 162.0 cu.ft.
Cargo Behind thrid row 15.8
Behind second row 47.0
Behind first row 85.5
Maximum towing capacity (properly equipped) 2,000
Base curb weight FWD 4,033
AWD 4,203
Power-to-weight ratio (lbs/hp) FWD 15.33
AWD 15.98
Fuel Economy (city/hwy) FWD 15/22
AWD 16/24

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