Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 118.9 in | -1 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 203.7 in | -1.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 78.5 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 69.9 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4844 lb. | -5 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 61.5 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.0 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 61.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.8 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.8 in | 7.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.6 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 48.3 in | -7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 33.2 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 70.3 ft3 | -25.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -29.6 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 |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |