Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,106 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 73 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,029 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,125 mm | 936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 983 mm | -33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 846 mm | 40 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,007 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 566 L | -181 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,223 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,356 L | 0 L |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Flex.