| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Flex | Subaru Tribeca | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 108.2 in | 9.7 in |
| Length | 202.3 in | 191.5 in | 10.8 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 73.9 in | 2 in |
| Height | 67.6 in | 66.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4140 lb. | 699 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 38.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 57.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 54.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 34.3 in | 10 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 36.2 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 51.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 43.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 30.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 11 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | 12.3 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 |
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru Tribeca review |