Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.2 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 190.0 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 71.7 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 56.1 in | 11.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3916 lb. | 923 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 37.8 in | 4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.4 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 43.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.0 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 55.1 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 51.4 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.4 in | 7.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 118.4 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.2 ft3 | 12.7 | 30.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.2 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 70.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Flex.
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |