Ford Flex (2011) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) Specs

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2011 Ford Flex and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2011	2009
Model	Ford Flex	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500	6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	4WD w/low range
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	116.0 in	1.9 in
Length	202.3 in	202.0 in	0.3 in
Width	75.9 in	79.0 in	-3.1 in
Height	67.6 in	76.9 in	-9.3 in
Curb Weight	4839 lb.	5485 lb.	-646 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.2 gal.	26.0 gal.	-6.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.8 in	41.1 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.4 in	65.3 in	-6.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.4 in	64.4 in	-9 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.8 in	41.3 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.5 in	39.2 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	65.2 in	-8.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.0 in	60.6 in	-5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	44.3 in	39.0 in	5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.7 in	37.9 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	50.8 in	61.7 in	-10.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	41.1 in	49.1 in	-8 in
Legroom, Row 3	33.4 in	25.6 in	7.8 in
Total Legroom	118.5 in (over 3 rows)	105.9 in (over 3 rows)	12.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.4 ft³	16.9 ft³	2.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	45.0 ft³	60.3 ft³	-15.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	86.7 ft³	108.9 ft³	-22.2 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

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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