Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 114.7 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 188.5 in | 13.8 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 75.2 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 69.8 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4743 lb. | 96 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 59.9 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.0 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.2 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 59.8 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 40.0 in | 4.3 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -10 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 29.4 | 15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | 14.3 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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |