Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 kW@5500 475 Nm@1500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 273 kW@5500 515 Nm@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,138 mm | 5,131 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,928 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,717 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,195 kg | 2,488 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 98 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 983 mm | 963 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,567 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,044 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 848 mm | 650 mm | 198 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,690 mm (over 3 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 479 L | 70 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,274 L | 1,708 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,455 L | 3,084 L | -1 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 |
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 |