Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Lincoln MKZ | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 107.4 in | 10.5 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 190.6 in | 11.7 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.2 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 56.9 in | 10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3804 lb. | 1035 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 38.7 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.4 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.0 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.3 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.8 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 53.3 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 37.1 in | 7.2 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) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 16.5 | 28.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 70.2 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 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review |