Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@6000 400 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 113.0 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 191.8 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 74.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 72.5 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4629 lb. | 210 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.9 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.2 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 37.0 in | 7.3 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 43.7 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | 6.6 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 |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Excellent Front Seats see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I am tall (6'6") and fit in the front seats and am able to drive it. That is rare and good. Comfort is high for a GM product. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The best front seats for cruising and around town comfort. Love the individual memory settings and adjustment range of the power controls. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Far too cramped getting in and out of the rear seating. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |