Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 106.3 in | 11.6 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 178.7 in | 23.6 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 72.8 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 74.9 in | -7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4376 lb. | 463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.3 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.9 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 46.1 in | 8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 34.4 in | 9.9 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) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 41.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 35.2 | 9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 21 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 Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |