Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Flex | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 109.8 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 202.3 in | 189.9 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 75.8 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 67.6 in | 71.5 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 4400 lb. | 439 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 39.3 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.8 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.5 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.7 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 57.8 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.7 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 32.9 in | 11.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 34.3 in | 4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.7 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.1 in | 43.3 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.4 in | 29.3 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 14.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 46.3 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -2.1 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 |
2012 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |