Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 103.0 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 168.9 in | 33.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 67.1 in | 8.8 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 65.2 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4471 lb. | 3147 lb. | 1324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 53.8 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 50.1 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.6 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 53.6 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 46.7 in | 8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 40.9 in | 3.4 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) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 21.6 | 23.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | 22.5 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |