Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 121.2 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 202.5 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 78.7 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 67.9 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4510 lb. | 329 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 63.7 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.4 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.7 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 64.1 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 65.0 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.5 in | 7.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 37.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 62.0 in | -11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 48.7 in | -7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 32.7 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | 8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -38.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -57.1 ft3 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |