Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.2 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 192.3 in | 10 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.8 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 72.0 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 5020 lb. | -181 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 | 40.0 in | 0.5 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 |
2009 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 |