Ford Flex (2011) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2008) Specs

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2011 Ford Flex and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year	2011	2008
Model	Ford Flex	Chevrolet Equinox
Engine	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	112.5 in	5.4 in
Length	202.3 in	188.8 in	13.5 in
Width	75.9 in	71.4 in	4.5 in
Height	67.6 in	69.3 in	-1.7 in
Curb Weight	4839 lb.	4044 lb.	795 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gal.	17.0 gal.	2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.8 in	40.9 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.4 in	55.7 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	51.1 in	4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.8 in	41.2 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.5 in	40.1 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	55.9 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.0 in	51.4 in	3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	44.3 in	40.2 in	4.1 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)	81.4 in (over 2 rows)	37.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.4 ft³	35.7 ft³	-16.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	45.0 ft³	35.7	9.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	86.7 ft³	67.1 ft³	19.6 ft³

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

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008	4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008	4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008	4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD	The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review

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