Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.2 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 190.0 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 71.7 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 56.1 in | 11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3916 lb. | 923 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 37.8 in | 4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.4 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 43.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.0 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 51.4 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 36.4 in | 7.9 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 12.7 | 32.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 74 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |