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Ford Flex (2011) vs. Acura MDX (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Flex and 2008 Acura MDX specs.

2011 Ford Flex and 2008 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Ford Flex Acura MDX  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6000
275 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 117.9 in 108.3 in 9.6 in
Length 202.3 in 190.7 in 11.6 in
Width 75.9 in 78.5 in -2.6 in
Height 67.6 in 68.2 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 4839 lb. 4539 lb. 300 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 21.0 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.8 in 39.2 in 2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.4 in 61.6 in -3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 59.0 in -3.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.2 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.5 in 38.6 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 61.5 in -4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 59.1 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 44.3 in 38.7 in 5.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.7 in 35.7 in 3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.8 in 57.1 in -6.3 in
Hip Room, Row 3 41.1 in 42.0 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.4 in 29.1 in 4.3 in
Total Legroom 118.5 in (over 3 rows) 109 in (over 3 rows) 9.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.4 ft3 15.0 ft3 4.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 45.0 ft3 42.9 ft3 2.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 86.7 ft3 83.5 ft3 3.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex

2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
everything 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
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
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
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura MDX

2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review
2008 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review
 
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