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Ford Flex (2011) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Flex and 2008 Ford Explorer specs.

2011 Ford Flex and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Ford Flex Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
265 kW@5500
475 Nm@1500
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
218 kW@5750
407 Nm@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,995 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 5,138 mm 4,912 mm 1 mm
Width 1,928 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,717 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,195 kg 2,135 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 73 L 85 L -12 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,483 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,036 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,029 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,450 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,397 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,125 mm 937 mm -936 mm
Headroom, Row 3 983 mm 950 mm 33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,290 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,044 mm 1,151 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 848 mm 886 mm -38 mm
Total Legroom 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 549 L 385 L 164 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,274 L 1,243 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,455 L 2,370 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex

2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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