Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 2,195 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 | 1,407 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 | 1,450 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 | 848 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 549 L | -164 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,274 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,455 L | 0 L |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |