Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 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 |
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 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |