

Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 113.7 in | 4.2 in |
Length | 201.8 in | 193.4 in | 8.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 73.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 72.8 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4643 lb. | 4706 lb. | -63 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 59.0 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.7 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.5 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.9 in | 7.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 37.4 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 53.1 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 45.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 34.9 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 118.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Flex.
2008 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 |