Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 106.7 in | 11.2 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 180.7 in | 21.6 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 73.3 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 68.1 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4083 lb. | 756 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.6 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 58.0 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.1 in | 8.2 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) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 31.7 | 13.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
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 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |