Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 kW@5500 475 Nm@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 125 kW@7000 190 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,138 mm | 3,995 mm | 2 mm |
Width | 1,928 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,717 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,195 kg | 1,107 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 48 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 0 mm | 1 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) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 150 L | 399 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,274 L | 5.3 | -4.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,455 L | 5.3 | -3.3 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 |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |