Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.2 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 187.6 in | 14.7 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.8 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 72.4 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4373 lb. | 466 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.0 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.3 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.6 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 34.2 in | 10.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 36.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.1 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 44.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 28.1 in | 5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 13.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | 7.5 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 |
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |