Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
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@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,138 mm | 4,867 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,928 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,717 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,195 kg | 2,064 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 79 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 983 mm | 953 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,044 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 848 mm | 739 mm | 109 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 425 L | 124 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,274 L | 1,215 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,455 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
2011 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 |
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 | ||
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 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |