Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 105.1 in | 12.8 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 188.7 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 68.1 in | 7.8 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 58.1 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3490 lb. | 1349 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.5 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.4 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.0 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 44.1 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.1 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 53.7 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.6 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 33.9 in | 10.4 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 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 40.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 33.5 | 11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 20.5 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 |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |