Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Kia Optima | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,138 mm | 4,735 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,928 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,717 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,028 kg | 1,425 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 64 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 983 mm | 0 mm | 983 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,044 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 848 mm | 0 mm | 848 mm |
Total Legroom | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 419 L | 130 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,274 L | 14.8 | -13.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,455 L | 14.8 | -12.8 L |
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 |
2007 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |