Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
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 |
2012 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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |