Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 110.2 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 193.6 in | 8.7 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.2 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 57.1 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4012 lb. | 827 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 38.5 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.2 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 54.0 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.3 in | 8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 13.1 | 31.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 73.6 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |