Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Lexus ES | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 109.3 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 191.1 in | 11.2 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 71.1 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 57.1 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3580 lb. | 1259 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 37.4 in | 4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.3 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.9 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.2 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.8 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.3 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.8 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 35.9 in | 8.4 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) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 40.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 14.7 | 30.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 72 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 |
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |