Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2016) vs. Ford Flex (2009) Specs

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2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2009 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year	2016	2009
Model	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban	Ford Flex
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	116.0 in	117.9 in	-1.9 in
Length	204.0 in	202.3 in	1.7 in
Width	80.5 in	75.9 in	4.6 in
Height	74.4 in	67.6 in	6.8 in
Curb Weight	5466 lb.	4500 lb.	966 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.0 gal.	19.2 gal.	6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	42.8 in	41.8 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	64.8 in	58.4 in	6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	60.8 in	55.4 in	5.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.3 in	40.8 in	4.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	40.5 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	65.1 in	57.1 in	8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	60.3 in	55.0 in	5.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.0 in	44.3 in	-5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.1 in	38.7 in	-0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	62.6 in	50.8 in	11.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	49.3 in	41.1 in	8.2 in
Legroom, Row 3	24.8 in	33.4 in	-8.6 in
Total Legroom	109.1 in (over 3 rows)	118.5 in (over 3 rows)	-9.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	19.4 ft³	-4.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	51.6 ft³	45.0 ft³	6.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	94.7 ft³	86.7 ft³	8 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	Some (perhaps more than some) people are drawn to large SUVs because they like to feel like the king of the road when behind the wheel. Others need a lot of space while driving, or at least feel they do. Few vehicles have more front seat room than the new Tahoe. With an inch-and-a-half less shoulder room, the Ford's front-row dimensions aren't quite as generous, and its taller, shifter-festooned console is more intrusive. The front seats are comfortable in both. The Expedition's are a little wider and softer, and they're upholstered with especially rich hides in the King Ranch and Platinum (vs. the most recently tested and photographed Limited). Whether this is preferable is a matter of taste. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Both the Tahoe and Expedition have roomy, comfortable second-row seats, with a slight edge to the higher cushions in the Chevrolet. Bonus points to the Tahoe for automatic rear climate controls (they're manual in the Expedition). Move to the third-row seat, and you'll wonder why, despite redesigns for 2007 and 2015, General Motors has stubbornly refused to follow Ford's 2003 switch from a solid rear axle to an independent rear suspension. With a solid axle, the rear floor must be high to permit the rear differential to travel up and down when a wheel hits a bump. Consequently, the Tahoe's third row seat must be very thinly constructed and mounted very close to the floor. Even pre-teen children won't be comfortable in it. In sharp contrast, the Expedition's third-row seat is higher off the floor than its second-row seat, much less the ridiculously low third row in the Tahoe, and is--surprise--considerably more comfortable as a result. The Suburban's third-row seat is roomier than the Tahoe's but still far inferior to the Expedition's. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Flex

2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	everything see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review

2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review

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